Builders licence QLD
Get full application support from a QLD building & licensing specialist
QLD builder licence
Apply for your low-rise, medium-rise, or open-class builders licence with personalised application guidance from Builder Registration.
- Qualification guidance
- Support tailored to your building experience
- Full application assistance
Kickstart your career in the building and construction industry
Applying for a QBCC licence can be a complex and intensive process, especially if you’ve never applied for a builder’s licence before. That’s where we can help.
At Builder Registration, we can help you get your QBCC licence sooner, by checking you meet the eligibility requirements, advising you on any qualifications you’re missing, and guiding you through the application form.
Reach out to our friendly team to find out more.
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Why you need to be a registered builder in QLD
Licensed QLD builders are certified to carry out construction work within their chosen licence class. They are recognised by the Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC) as professional builders with the technical skills and qualifications necessary to conduct building work on-site.
The QBCC is the regulatory body in Queensland that determines when you need to apply for your licence. It is also the department that will approve your builders licence application form.
In QLD, you must be registered if you are completing building work:
- Valued $3,300+
- Involving hydraulic services design valued at $1,100+
- Involving drainage, plumbing, gas fitting, building design, and more, of any value
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Building licence requirements QLD
With the three main QBCC licence classes, there are certain eligibility requirements you must meet before you can apply. If you don’t yet qualify, we can still help - our support team will work with you to develop a path forward so you can focus on becoming eligible.
Low-rise
Gross floor area less than 2000m2
For this licence, you need a Certificate IV qualification, a builder reference, and two years of work experience if you have a Cert III in carpentry/bricklaying. If not, four years of experience under a registered builder is required.
Medium-rise
Max three storeys
This licence requires a diploma, three referee reports from three different builders, and two years of work experience if you hold a Cert III in carpentry or bricklaying. If not, you need four years of experience under a registered builder.
Open
All classes of buildings
For this licence, you need an advanced diploma, three references from three builders, and two years of work experience if you hold a Cert III in carpentry or bricklaying. If not, you need four years of experience under a registered builder.
Building licence requirements QLD
With the three main QBCC licence classes, there are certain eligibility requirements you must meet before you can apply. If you don’t yet qualify, we can still help - our support team will work with you to develop a path forward so you can focus on becoming eligible.
Low-rise
Gross floor area less than 2000m2
For this licence, you need a Certificate IV qualification, a builder reference, and two years of work experience if you have a Cert III in carpentry/bricklaying. If not, four years of experience under a registered builder is required.
Medium-rise
Max three storeys
This licence requires a diploma, three referee reports from three different builders, and two years of work experience if you hold a Cert III in carpentry or bricklaying. If not, you need four years of experience under a registered builder.
Big thanks to Builder Registration for helping myself through the process of becoming a registered builder. Their knowledge & experience is outstanding and really get you going in the right direction for what is required/needed throughout. A lot of hard work made easier thanks Builder Registration. Highly recommend for anyone looking to get their licence.
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How to get a builders licence QLD
Our team of building and licensing specialists are here to support you through the application process so you can achieve your licence.
Complete qualifications
Gain your Cert IV, Diploma, or Advanced Diploma, plus your Cert III in Carpentry or Bricklaying (if required).
Get pre-approval or a personalised pathway
If you meet the eligibility criteria, we can handle the entire application on your behalf. If not, we can develop a path forward to help you become eligible in the near future.
Prepare and submit application to QBCC
We’ll gather all relevant documents with your assistance before preparing and submitting your builder licence application to the QBCC.
Get your builder’s licence
Upon successful completion of your application, the QBCC will grant you your licence. You’ll then be recognised as a registered builder in Queensland in your licence class.
How we can help
Dedicated support officer
Apply with confidence
Reduce processing delays
Post-licence support
Take the first step &
get licensed in as little as 5 months!
Hear from our happy clients
We’ve helped builders across the country prepare and submit their application forms. Here’s why they recommend us.
Brendon Oates
Hear from Brendon, a plumber with a love for construction who got his DB-U with Builders Registration.
Kristian Petersen
Meet Kristian, a qualified carpenter who made the most of Builder Registration's 1 on 1 coaching to get his DB-U.
Martyn Leonard
Hear from Martyn, a carpenter who got his builders licence on the first try with Builders Registration.
Trevor Hunt
Trevor achieved his licence first time and has since created a better work/life balance.
Warren Davis
Warren passed his first exam with 95% thanks to the training and confidence gained through Builders Registration.
Builders licence QLD cost
Payment plans
Pay for what you need
No nasty surprises
Application support fees
Includes:
- Full application handling
- Gathering of all relevant documents
- Personal guidance and advice
- Qualification checks
- Application review prior to submitting
- QBCC knowledge and insights
Meet the Builder Registration team
Within our team, you'll find certified builders, client support officers, sales executives, customer service operators, and more. We’re a large team who all share the same goal - to help you walk away with your builder’s licence in hand.
Colin Brewer
Chris Arundel
Raj Girdhar
Billy Ellis
James Anasta
Achille Costabile
Chris Jones
Gary Lee
Nagy Mourad
Rob Ventra
Taylor Borg
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Our friendly team are here to help answer any questions you have about getting your QLD builders licence. Leave a short message and we’ll get back to you soon.
