licence in NSW : I understand it can get pretty complicated to know which qualification and experience requirements you need to become licensed in your field of work.
Here’s a list of the common trade contractor licenses in NSW and how you can apply:
Erection of prefabricated metal-framed home additions and structures
Completion of the following subjects from the Certificate III in Plumbing:
- CPCPRF3023A / CPCPRF3013A / CPCPRF3003A Fabricate and install external flashings
- CPCPCM2048A / CPCPCM2028A / CPCPCM2008A Cut and join sheet metal
- CPCPRF2022A / CPCPRF2012A / CPCPRF2002A Select and install roof sheeting and wall cladding
- CPCPCM3011A / CPCPCM3001A Flash penetrations through roofs and wallsCompletion of the following subjects from the Certificate III in Carpentry
- CCCA3002A Carry out setting out
- CPCCCO2013A / CPCCCO2003A Carry out concreting to simple forms
- CPCCCA3010A Install and replace windows and doors
- BSBSMB405A / BSBSMB405B Monitor and manage business operations or BSBSMB406A Manage small business finances
- CPCCCM1012A / CPCCCM1002A Work effectively and sustainably in the construction industry
- CPCCCM1013A / CPCCCM1003A Plan and organise work
- CPCCCM1014A / CPCCCM1004A Conduct workplace communication
- CPCCCM1015A / CPCCCM1005A Carry out measurements and calculations
- CPCCCM2001A Read and interpret plans and specifications
Completion of the following subjects from the Certificate IV in Building and Construction
- CPCCBC4008A / CPCCBC4008B Conduct on-site supervision of the building and construction projects
- CPCCOHS1011A / CPCCOHS1001A Work safely in the construction industry completion of the following subjects from the Certificate I Construction
- CPCCCM1011A / CPCCCM1001A Undertake basic estimation and costing
- CPCCCM2005A or B Use construction tools and equipment
Completion of the following subjects from the Certificate II Business
- BSBCUS201A or B – Deliver a service to customers
Kitchen, bathroom and laundry renovation
Certificate IV in Building and Construction transcript showing
- BCGBC4001A/CPCCBC4001A Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for low-rise building projects
- BCGBC4002A/CPCCBC4002A Manage occupational health and safety in the building and construction workplace
- BCGBC4003A/CPCCBC4003A Select and prepare a construction contract
- BCGBC4004A/CPCCBC4004A Identify and produce estimated costs for building and construction projects
- BCGBC4005A/CPCCBC4005A Produce labour and material schedules for ordering
- BCGBC4006A/CPCCBC4006A or B Select, procure, and store construction materials for low-rise projects
- BCGBC4007A/CPCCBC4007A Plan building or construction work
- BCGBC4008A/CPCCBC4008A or B Conduct on-site supervision of the building and construction project
- BCGBC4009A/CPCCBC4009A or B Apply legal requirements to building and construction projects.
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Certificate III in Carpentry; or
Certificate III in Joinery; or
Certificate III in Carpentry & Joinery; or
Certificate IV in Plumbing; or
Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling
Structural landscaping
Certificate III in Landscaping
Bricklaying
Certificate III in Bricklaying
Carpentry
Certificate III in Carpentry; or
Certificate III in Carpentry & Joinery
Decorating
Certificate III in Painting & Decorating
Dry plastering
Certificate III in Wall & Ceiling Lining
Excavating
RII30813 Certificate III in Civil Construction Plant Operations
Fencing
CPC10111 – Certificate 1 in Construction
Flooring
Certificate III in Carpentry; or
Certificate III in Carpentry & Joinery
General concreting
Certificate III in Concreting
Glazing
Certificate III in glass glazing
Installation of security doors, grilles and equipment
See General building work, Metal Fabrication or Minor Maintenance
Joinery
Certificate III in Joinery; or
Certificate III in Carpentry & Joinery
Mechanical services
Now classed under Minor Tradework. See Minor Tradework below
Metal fabrication
Certificate III in Steel Fixing
Minor maintenance/cleaning
Pressure washing / graffiti removal / brick cleaning work
CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction
Plus CPCCPD3029A Remove graffiti and apply protective coatings
Repair, resurfacing or application of a protective coating to bathroom tiles, baths, etc
CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction
Non-structural repair work
CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction
Plus CPCCPD2013A Remove and replace doors and door and window components
Minor tradework
Shower screen enclosure installation
LMF10108/ MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing including:
LMFGG2005C Move glass sheets by hand or MSFGG2005 Apply basic glass handling; and
LMFGG2001C or MSFGG2001 Use glass and glazing sector hand and power tools; and
LMFGG3015C or MSFGG3015 Fabricate and install shower screen and wardrobe doors
Splash-backs
LMF10108 / MSF10113 Certificate I in Furnishing including:
LMFGG2005C Move glass sheets by hand
LMFGG2001C Use glass and glazing sector hand and power tools
Paving
CPC31611 Certificate III in Paving
Shower screen enclosure installation
Completion of CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction, including:
CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials
CPCCCM1011A Undertake basic estimation and costing
PLUS
CPCCSH2003A Apply and install sealant and sealant devices
CPCCJN2001A Assemble components
LMFGG3015A / LMFGG3015B Fabricate and install shower screen and wardrobe doors
Bitumen surfacing
Completion of RII20809 / RII20813 Certificate II in Bituminous Surfacing
Ducting / Mechanical ventilation
A minimum of two years of acceptable practical experience in carrying out ducting or mechanical ventilation work. Applicants will be required to undertake a Licence Skills Assessment conducted by the Building Industry Skills Centre.
Shade sails and shade systems installation
Completion of CPC10111 Certificate I in Construction, including:
CPCCCM2004A Handle construction materials
CPCCCM1011A Undertake basic estimation and costing.
PLUS
CPCCCO2013A Carry out concreting to simple forms
CPCCCM3003A Work safely around power sources, services and assets
Roof plumbing
Certificate III in Roof Plumbing; or
Certificate III in Plumbing (with Roofing Stream)
Roof slating
CPC30812 Certificate III in Roof Tiling including CPCCRT3005A or B Slate a roof
Roof tiling
CPC30812 Certificate III in Roof Tiling
Stonemasonry
Certificate III in Stonemasonry
Underpinning/piering
RII31213 Certificate III in Civil Foundations
Wall and floor tiling
Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling
Waterproofing
Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
Wet plastering
CPC31011 Certificate III in Solid Plastering
Painting
Certificate III in Painting and Decorating
Air conditioning and refrigeration
Certificate III in air conditioning and refrigeration
Electrical
Certificate III in Electrotechnology Electrician
Disconnection and reconnection of fixed electrical equipment
Water Heaters
UEENEEP014A Disconnect-reconnect water heaters connected to low voltage installation wiring
Appliances
UEENEEP010A Disconnect-reconnect appliances connected to low voltage installation wiring
Motors
UEENEEP015A Disconnect-reconnect motors connected to low voltage installation wiring
Plumbing, draining and gasfitting
Certificate III in Plumbing for Tradesperson Certifcate
Certificate IV in Plumbing for Contractors licence
Building
Certificate IV in Building and Construction
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Diploma of Building and Construction; or
Certificate III in Carpentry; or
Certificate III in Carpentry and Joinery; or
Certificate III in Bricklaying