Each scope of work describes the work able to be performed under that class. It is important that the work you intend to perform is covered in the scope.

Builder licences also allow trade coordination. As a builder you are responsible for ensuring that all trade contractors on your building site are licensed as it is an offence for any builder to engage unlicensed contractors.

What is involved in getting a licence?
You must complete an application form and provide ALL requested information. You must be able to:

1. Demonstrate two to four years relevant experience in the scope of work (provide job details to demonstrate the experience requirements detailed in the relevant scope of work - can include coordination and onsite supervision of multiple trades or disciplines, written documentation, plans and photographs). The type and amount of experience will vary from person to person but it is very important that you document all supervisory experience and provide a description of the class, size, storeys, and type of construction in your application.

2. Hold the relevant technical qualification and be able to provide documentation to support the claim (e.g. apprenticeship papers, skills recognition certificate, qualification) - if you do not hold a formal qualification you should refer to the Recognition of Prior Learning page.

3. Obtain three written references - the references MUST be able to confirm your supervisory experience.

4. Demonstrate financial capacity by meeting the Financial Requirements for Licensing -
Note:
a) Nominee supervisor applicants are not required to provide financial information - click here to access nominee supervisor application information.
b) If you are applying for Builder Project Management Services you may not have to provide financial information - click here for more information.

In addition the following will also be required:
5. Proof of identity (certified copy of drivers licence, passport or provision of 100 points Proof of Identity)
6. Where operating under a trading name - a copy of your Business Name Registration or a Business Names Extract, which has not expired.
7. Where operating under a partnership - proof of the business Partnership or an original or certified copy of BSA's Statutory Declaration for Partnership.

The original completed application form, along with all the required supporting documentation and appropriate fee, should be mailed to GPO Box 5099, Brisbane, Qld 4001 or lodged in person at the nearest BSA office (see application form for physical addresses). Warning: Please do not send in original documents, such as qualifications, unless required.

Please note - A licensed builder will require an additional licence where work to be undertaken involves: