What is a concrete licence?

A concrete licence NSW is compulsory for individuals or businesses who want to carry out concreting work, which is classified as “building work” under the Home Building Act 1989, and the NSW Department of Fair Trading issues this licence.

Types of concrete licenses:

There are different types of concrete licenses available in NSW. Such as-

• Contractor License
• Qualified Supervisor Certificates
• Endorsement Certificates

Why a concrete licence is needed in NSW?

It is one of the risk work licences in the building industry. It is a legal requirement by the government of Australia which ensures the necessary relevant qualifications, skills, and insurance to do the work effectively and safely. Anyone who wants to do business in the construction industry or building work must need this concreters licence.

For giving any kind of building or construction related service NSW, the service provider must have a valid contractor licence or he must be supervised by someone who holds a concreting licence.

Licence Type/ Licence Variation

There are different types of licenses. Any registered concreter can only contract and advertise the works which are described in his contractor licence card. This kind of concreters licence is issued to individuals and to partnerships and companies for 1, 3 or 5 years.

A licensed concreter can work on industrial projects, commercial construction or commercial buildings, road construction projects, residential building etc depending on licence details in the licensing body in the construction license.

Benefits

The benefits you will have:

• More work opportunities
• Highly paid
• Ensuring work safety and quality work
• Increased business opportunities

Requirements for a concrete licence in NSW

You need the below things:

• Individual licence application forms
• individual application checklist
• additional details form/s (if needed)

You will need some more things:

• Qualifications certificates (Original copy)
• Any other current licences you are holding (Details), licensing framework
• Details information about your level of qualification, ground level concentrations, employment and experience
• Any expired licence or any past compliance issues, criminal offences (if applicable), insolvency matters in detail
• A passport size photo
• Any identity as proof
• Application fee

Quality Requirements

Fair Trading NSW directs and oversees general concreting licenses in NSW. All the applicants must follow the conditions given by them. This incorporates qualification standards regarding your citizenship status and working privileges. The NSW Division of Fair Trading has a total rundown and these standards are subject to change.

Besides these, applicants must have any one of the qualifications given below:

• CPC30320 (current) Certificate III in Concreting, or
• Certificate III in Formwork/Falsework (CPC31511/CP031508) or
• Certificate III in Concreting (CPC30318/CPC30311/CPC30313)
• Certificate III in Formwork/Falsework or Certificate III in Concreting (BCG30303)
• Certificate III in Concreting (CPC30308 or CPC31508)
• Certificate III in Construction Carpentry (TAFE course 4428)
• Certificate III in Construction Carpentry, Trade TAFE course #8044 (Qualification 90203)
• Certificate III in Construction Carpentry, Trade TAFE course #7906 (Qualification 11770)

Training

You may get some relevant training from training organisation before applying for getting a certificate such as:

General construction induction training: It is mandatory training for working in the construction industry in Australia. This training includes important topics such as workplace health and safety, hazard identification and control, and risk management.

High-risk work (HRW) license for rigging: This course is required for anyone who is involved in rigging and lifting operations in NSW. Through this course, you will get to learn about basic rigging, intermediate rigging, advanced rigging, additional rigging, all classes of rigging work, and rigging career. 

Concrete rigging training: This training course offers the principles and techniques of rigging in concrete, the use of cranes, crane operation, licensed crane operator, granty cranes, dismantling of cranes, cantilevered crane loading platforms, self-erecting tower cranes, safe lifting practice, and other lifting equipment. The training must be conducted by a registered training organization (RTO) and it should be approved by Safe Work NSW.

How to apply

If you have fulfilled all the conditions, eligibility requirements, and qualification requirements, you have to lodge your application in person for licence and payment in person at the nearest service NSW center.

Fees

Fees for building work vary depending on the category of licence for trade and specialist categories. You will find all the details regarding fees on the Home building Fees page.

Previous licence holder/ supervisor certificate holders

1) If you had previously any licence or supervisor certificate and you want to apply again, you need not apply again, your previous contractor license or supervisor license will be reissued.

2) Within the last five years if you had endorsed a contractor licence or qualified supervisor certificate in general concreting which was subject to conditions or restrictions or conditions will be reissued.

Renew a licence

You will need the below things to renew your license

• your licence number
• renewal form
• renewal payment
• additional details forms (if applicable)
• details of any past compliance issues, insolvency matters, or criminal offenses (if applicable)
• details of the change of any circumstances to the license or certificate.

You may have to late renewal or restoration fees depending on the situation.

License Replacement

To replace your license or certificate you will be needing:

• Application for a duplicate licence, permit form or certificate
• Personal and licence details
• Required Payment

Financial Conditions

• Insurance- A licensed construction worker, building designer or accredited building designer, concrete specialists, or tradesperson in NSW, needs to get home building compensation coverage for his each and every building project. ($20,000 including GST).

Suspended or Canceled license

Reasons for suspension or cancellation of your license:

• Unlawful activity
• Getting a license by fraudulent means
• Rigging
• Bankruptcy

If anyone’s license gets suspended or canceled for these reasons, he will not get any refund. After this kind of circumstance, you have to stop all business activity related to that certificate. 

What should I do if my licence get suspended or cancelled? 

Immediately you will have to remove all the advertisements of that business and you have to return the license to NSW Fair Trading. After that, you should acknowledge your clients regarding this. You should visit your nearest service NSW immediately. 

In conclusion, obtaining a concrete license in NSW is a straightforward process that requires determination, patience, and commitment. A concrete license is not only a legal requirement but also an essential step toward advancing your career and increasing your job opportunities.

Educube is working for making your licensing journey easier. So for more assistance, you may get assistance from Educube Australia.

FAQ

• Does a concreter need a licence in NSW

           Answer: Yes, it is a must.

• How do I become a Concreter NSW/ How do you become a concreter in Australia

Answer: You must complete a Certificate III in Concreting or have relevant work experience, pass a white card course, and apply for a Concreting License through the NSW Fair Trading. To become a Concreter in NSW, you must complete a Certificate III in Concreting or have relevant work experience, pass a white card course, and apply for a Concreting License through the NSW Fair Trading.

• Can I be an owner builder in NSW

Answer: Yes, but you will need the right skills, successful completion of the Engineering iii certificate course, fulfill equipment requirements, quality materials, quality products, air quality issues, reporting requirements, job training, risk work training, dogging skills, and fulfilling all sorts of operating conditions as per the license, you can start a construction company and be an owner builder.  

• How long does it take to get a contractors license NSW

Answer: Maximum 30 business days

• How to apply for an individual contractor licence | Service NSW 

Answer: In New South Wales, builders, and tradespeople require a license to perform building work exceeding $5,000 in the total cost of labor and materials, and Service NSW provides assistance with licensing procedures.