WESTERN AUSTRALIA
The process of getting a Builders' licence in Western Australia is managed and regulated by the Western Australian Building Commission.
Licencing
Individuals, partnerships and companies that wish to contract with others to provide building work valued over $20,000 must be registered as a 'building contractor' and demonstrate a financial and organisational capacity. Partnerships and companies will also be required to have at least one nominated supervisor who is a registered 'building practitioner'.
License Types
No Licence Required
Note: A registered building contractor must be engaged if work is over $20,000 or a permit is required
Experience
Not Applicable
Qualifications
Not Applicable
National Police Check
Not Applicable
Financial Requirements
Not Applicable
Building Insurance Requirements
Residential building work over $20,000 must be covered by home indemnity insurance (HII) which protects owners against the risk of losing the deposit or other financial loss if the builder cannot complete the work or meet a valid claim for faulty or unsatisfactory building work because of death, disappearance or insolvency.
More Information
For more information on applying for a Western Australian Licence, or to learn more about the process, visit the Western Australian Building Commission website.