Builders Licence South Australia

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How to Get a Builders Licence in SA

Consumer and Business Services (CBS) of South Australia regulates builder’s licences in South Australia and only licence holders may carry out any building work. In order to qualify for a builder’s licence in SA, you must be able to show acquired qualifications and practical experience.

Requirements for a Builder’s Licence in South Australia

Completion of an Australian-based trade apprenticeship (ie. Carpentry & Joinery, Bricklaying) and a CPC40120 – Certificate IV in Building and Construction or related higher-level qualification.
AND
Completion of all of the following units of competency in addition to the above qualification:
* CPCCBC5003 – Supervise the planning of on-site building and construction work
* CPCCBC5010 – Manage construction work
* CPCCBC6001 – Apply building codes and standards to the construction process for large building projects
* CPCCBC6014 – Apply structural principles to the construction of large, high-rise and complex buildings
AND
Demonstration of knowledge and experience through satisfactory completion of the Work History & Onsite Experience record including a minimum of four years` experience and five completed projects relevant to the scope of work.

Holds a CPC40120 – Certificate IV in Building and Construction or related higher-level qualification (without a trade qualification).
AND
Demonstration of knowledge and experience through satisfactory completion of the Work History & Onsite Experience record including a minimum of six years` experience and five completed projects relevant to the scope of work.

How to Apply for a SA Builders Licence

To apply, use one of the following options:

Complete, print, sign and date the online form and send it to the Adelaide customer service centre or to a regional CBS Service SA office along with supporting documents and relevant fees.
Call 131-882 and request that a staff member complete the form for you. They will then send it to you for approval and signing.
Visit the CBS Customer Service Centre at 91 Grenfell Street to apply in person.

For more information for the current licensing requirements in South Australia, click here.

The links provide specific information by trade.

Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration

Bricklaying

Building

Carpentry

Concreting

Dry Plastering

Glazing

Painting

Plumbing & Drainage

Structural Landscaping

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