Building practitioner registration (first time)

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We are currently experiencing a high volume of building registration applications. 

Our team is diligently working to ensure each application is processed as soon as possible.

We apologise for any delays and appreciate your patience and understanding during this time.

If you have any urgent inquiries or require further assistance, please don't hesitate to contact our licensing team on 1300 489 099.

How do I apply?

To apply for registration as a building practitioner you must complete the application form from one of the sets below. There are five sets, each with different requirements. Choose the set with the requirements that best match your qualifications and experience.

When you have completed the application form submit it and your supporting documentation to Licensing Services with the applicable fees. Your application can be submitted online, by post or in person.

Qualifications and experience

To apply for registration as a building practitioner you must be able to document that you have the required qualifications and experience. For more information see 'Documenting your experience and qualifications'.

It is also important to note that where applicable, experience will be assessed in consideration of the Building Services Board’s building practitioner experience assessment policy.

Changes to application forms

All building service provider initial application forms have been revised and are available below.  Older versions of these forms can no longer be accepted when submitting online.  Any applications received online that include a form with payment details will be deleted.

Sets and application forms

Set 1

To apply under set 1, you must have the following qualifications and experience:

Required qualification

Required experience

  • Seven years full-time experience in carrying out or supervising building work.

Application form

You must download and complete Part A and Part B of the application form: 

How to submit your application

Online:

Submit your application onlineClick here to submit and pay for your application online

By post or in person:

If you are submitting your application by post (or in person) and are making payment by credit card, you must complete the Application payment form and attach it to your application.

Applications received without payment will not be accepted.

PROTECTION OF CREDIT CARDHOLDER INFORMATION: The department is committed to protecting your personal information it collects, uses or discloses when processing applications and making transactions. Under no circumstances should you include your payment card (credit/debit) details as part of any application submitted online. This includes for payment, proof of ID or within any other supporting documentation such as financial statements that accompany your application.

Set 2

To apply under set 2, you must have the following qualification and experience:

Required qualification

  • Registration under the Architects Act 2004; or
  • current membership with the:
    • Royal Australian Institute of Architects (Level 1 or 2);
    • Institution of Engineers Australia (Professional Engineer – MIEAust or FIEAust); or
    • Australian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (Fellow or Member).

Required experience

  • Five years full-time experience in supervising building construction.

Application form

You must download and complete Part A and Part B of the application form:  

How to submit your application

Online:

Submit your application onlineClick here to submit and pay for your application online

By post or in person:

If you are submitting your application by post (or in person) and are making payment by credit card, you must complete the Application payment form and attach it to your application.

Applications received without payment will not be accepted.

PROTECTION OF CREDIT CARDHOLDER INFORMATION: The department is committed to protecting your personal information it collects, uses or discloses when processing applications and making transactions. Under no circumstances should you include your payment card (credit/debit) details as part of any application submitted online. This includes for payment, proof of ID or within any other supporting documentation such as financial statements that accompany your application.

Set 3

To apply under set 3, you must have the following qualifications and experience:

Required qualification

  • Current membership with the Australian Institute of Building (Member or Fellow).

Required experience

  • Five years full-time experience in carrying out, supervising or managing building construction.

Application form

You must download and complete Part A and Part B of the application form:  

How to submit your application

Online:

Submit your application onlineClick here to submit and pay for your application online

By post or in person:

If you are submitting your application by post (or in person) and are making payment by credit card, you must complete the Application payment form and attach it to your application.

Applications received without payment will not be accepted.

PROTECTION OF CREDIT CARDHOLDER INFORMATION: The department is committed to protecting your personal information it collects, uses or discloses when processing applications and making transactions. Under no circumstances should you include your payment card (credit/debit) details as part of any application submitted online. This includes for payment, proof of ID or within any other supporting documentation such as financial statements that accompany your application.

Set 4

To apply under set 4, you must:

  • Undertake a formal assessment of your experience. This may be done by either:
    • successfully completing Board examinations; or
    • having your experience assessed by a Registered Training Organisation, sufficient to obtain the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) through recognition of prior learning (based on experience only); and
  • have five years full-time experience in supervising or managing building construction.

Application form

You must download and complete Part A and Part B of the application form:  

How to submit your application

Online:

Submit your application onlineClick here to submit and pay for your application online

By post or in person:

If you are submitting your application by post (or in person) and are making payment by credit card, you must complete the Application payment form and attach it to your application.

Applications received without payment will not be accepted.

PROTECTION OF CREDIT CARDHOLDER INFORMATION: The department is committed to protecting your personal information it collects, uses or discloses when processing applications and making transactions. Under no circumstances should you include your payment card (credit/debit) details as part of any application submitted online. This includes for payment, proof of ID or within any other supporting documentation such as financial statements that accompany your application.

Set 5

To apply under set 5, you must:

  • Undertake a formal assessment of your experience. This may be done by either:
    • successfully completing Board examinations; or
    • having your experience assessed by a Registered Training Organisation, sufficient to obtain the Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) through recognition of prior learning (based on experience only); and
  • have seven years full-time experience in carrying out building work in Western Australia but outside the Board’s jurisdiction. Refer to the following jurisdiction map which highlights the areas where builders are required to be registered with the Board.

Application form

You must download and complete Part A and Part B of the application form:  

How to submit your application

Online:

Submit your application onlineClick here to submit and pay for your application online

By post or in person:

If you are submitting your application by post (or in person) and are making payment by credit card, you must complete the Application payment form and attach it to your application.

Applications received without payment will not be accepted.

PROTECTION OF CREDIT CARDHOLDER INFORMATION: The department is committed to protecting your personal information it collects, uses or discloses when processing applications and making transactions. Under no circumstances should you include your payment card (credit/debit) details as part of any application submitted online. This includes for payment, proof of ID or within any other supporting documentation such as financial statements that accompany your application.

Still unsure which form to use?

If you are unsure of which form to use or about any of the information above, contact Licensing Services on 1300 489 099 or email be.info@dmirs.wa.gov.au.

Automatic mutual recognition and Mutual recognition

If you are registered or licensed as a builder elsewhere in Australia or New Zealand, and want to carry out building work in Western Australia, you can find out more information about having your licence recognised in WA.

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