Electricians, Plumbers and Other Licensed Trades — Why a Skills Assessment and a Visa Do Not Let You Work, and How the State Licence Is Obtained After Arrival
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A comprehensive guide for tradespeople arriving in Australia outlines the licensing processes they must navigate after their skills assessment and visa approval.
Many tradespeople arrive in Australia with the necessary skills assessments and visas, only to discover that these do not equate to a working license. The licensing of trades such as electrical, plumbing, and gas work is regulated by state and territory laws. Upon arrival, workers must apply for licenses as per local regulations. The process involves detailed checks of qualifications and safety standards. This guide explains the required steps including the Offshore Technical Skills Record, which many states accept as interim licensing, allowing for supervised work as they complete their training.
Source: WIDEN – https://www.widen.com.au/trade-licence-after-skills-assessment