Plumber licence (ACT)
Issued by Access Canberra (Construction Occupations Registrar)
Unlicensed work is dangerous and illegal
Electrical, plumbing and gas work without the right licence can injure or kill people and is an offence. Only do the work your licence or supervision allows.
What it is
In the ACT, plumbers, drainers and gasfitters need a construction occupation licence. Access Canberra assesses the applications.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
Finish your plumbing apprenticeship and qualification. Apply to Access Canberra with evidence of your qualification, your experience if required, and a criminal history check no older than 6 months. Licence classes include water supply plumber, sanitary plumber and journeyperson plumber, who works under supervision. People who apply within 2 weeks of getting their training certificate are assessed first.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
A course gives you a statement of attainment. The card or licence itself is issued by Access Canberra (Construction Occupations Registrar).
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Common questions
- What is Plumber licence (ACT)?
- In the ACT, plumbers, drainers and gasfitters need a construction occupation licence. Access Canberra assesses the applications.
- How do you get Plumber licence (ACT)?
- Finish your plumbing apprenticeship and qualification. Apply to Access Canberra with evidence of your qualification, your experience if required, and a criminal history check no older than 6 months. Licence classes include water supply plumber, sanitary plumber and journeyperson plumber, who works under supervision. People who apply within 2 weeks of getting their training certificate are assessed first.
- Who issues Plumber licence (ACT)?
- Plumber licence (ACT) is issued by Access Canberra (Construction Occupations Registrar).
- Which jobs need Plumber licence (ACT)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Plumber.