Occupational plumber licence (QLD)
Issued by Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC)
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 Queensland, plumbing work needs an occupational licence from the QBCC.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
How to get it
Finish Certificate III in Plumbing (including the drainage stream) and your apprenticeship. Show 12 months of experience in the plumbing scope of work. Apply to the QBCC with proof of your qualifications. If you do not yet have the full qualifications or experience, you may get a provisional licence and work only under supervision.
SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026
A course gives you a statement of attainment. The card or licence itself is issued by Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC).
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Common questions
- What is Occupational plumber licence (QLD)?
- In Queensland, plumbing work needs an occupational licence from the QBCC.
- How do you get Occupational plumber licence (QLD)?
- Finish Certificate III in Plumbing (including the drainage stream) and your apprenticeship. Show 12 months of experience in the plumbing scope of work. Apply to the QBCC with proof of your qualifications. If you do not yet have the full qualifications or experience, you may get a provisional licence and work only under supervision.
- Who issues Occupational plumber licence (QLD)?
- Occupational plumber licence (QLD) is issued by Queensland Building and Construction Commission (QBCC).
- Which jobs need Occupational plumber licence (QLD)?
- Jobs in this guide that ask for it: Plumber.