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QBCC Metal Fabrication Licence
Common Questions
Common Questions
This licence allows you to fabricate and install metal structures in residential and commercial projects. It covers welding, structural steelwork, and other metal fabrication works within QBCC limits.
Licensing Advice reviews your intended scope of work and confirms this licence is suitable. We also advise on additional categories or endorsements you may require.
Anyone who contracts or supervises metal fabrication work valued over QBCC thresholds in Queensland must hold this licence.
Licensing Advice helps determine whether your projects meet the licensing requirements and ensures compliance for legal operation.
Any metal fabrication project valued over $3,300 requires a QBCC Metal Fabrication licence.
Licensing Advice reviews your contracts to ensure you understand the thresholds and avoid penalties for unlicensed work.
You require a recognised metal fabrication or engineering qualification along with demonstrated experience in welding and structural works.
Licensing Advice assesses your experience, identifies any gaps, and provides a clear pathway to meet eligibility for the licence.
Common documents include ID, qualifications, project history, and references from past supervisors or clients.
Licensing Advice prepares a complete checklist, reviews all forms, and ensures compliance with QBCC standards before lodgement.
Yes, you can apply under mutual recognition if you hold an equivalent licence elsewhere in Australia.
Licensing Advice checks eligibility, prepares your evidence, and manages the mutual recognition process for a smooth application.
Processing times vary depending on file completeness and QBCC workload. Complete applications generally move faster.
Licensing Advice manages your submission, responds to queries, and ensures the process stays on track.
Missing documents, unclear project experience, or non-compliance with QBCC standards are typical reasons.
Licensing Advice audits your file early, fills gaps, and manages QBCC queries to reduce delays.
Yes, we handle eligibility checks, documentation, lodgement, and follow up until your licence is approved.
Licensing Advice ensures your qualifications and experience meet QBCC requirements and guides you through the entire process for a smooth approval.
How Licensing Advice Works
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Assessment Stage
We’ll complete an over the phone work experience assessment to confirm your qualifications, experience and eligibility for the available options to get your application across the line.
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Preparation Stage
Provide your documents and we’ll prepare the entire application. If you have referees, we’ll contact them and help draft their statements.
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Application Submission
We’ll handle the application submission, track progress, and keep you updated. If the regulator needs more information or makes an error, we’ll assist you at no extra cost.
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Panel Interview or Exam
You may be required to attend a panel interview or exam (depending on the state we apply in). Our team will prepare you thoroughly, ensuring you are confident and ready to succeed.
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Checklist
After lodgement, you may receive a “Checklist” letter requesting extra information or documents. We’ll decode the jargon, translate it into plain English, and prepare the response. If the regulator has misunderstood your application or made an error, we’ll dispute it for you.
Licence Issued
Success! Once approved, the state regulator issues your brand new licence. You are now licensed in your chosen field.
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Licensing Advice is a boutique construction licensing consultancy. We help small businesses, tradespeople and builders through the process of obtaining their licence.
Applying for a builder or trade licence can be challenging. Each state has different licensing laws, and the rules can be complex. We guide you through the process at small business prices, and can assist in any Australian state or territory.
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