A plumbing contractor licence authorises the holder to:
- carry out the plumbing work specified on the contractor’s licence;
- exercise general direction and control over the carrying out of authorised work by the holder of a tradesperson's licence or a provisional tradesperson’s licence;
- supervise the carrying out of plumbing work by an apprentice; and
- certify plumbing work and submit notices to the Plumbers Licensing Board (the Board).
Eligibility for a plumbing contractor’s licence
To be eligible for a plumbing contractor’s licence you must already hold a tradesperson’s licence and have a statement of competency from a registered training organisation as a water supply plumber, sanitary plumber or drainage plumber.
How to apply
All applications must be made on a fully completed application form which can be found here:
Plumbing contractor's licence - Form 101.
Applications can be submitted:
Online:
Plumbing contractor's licence online submission
Post, or In Person:
If applying in person or by post your application also needs to be accompanied by a completed
Details of how to apply in person or by post are included on the application form.
Should you have any queries regarding your application please contact 1300 489 099.
Each application is reviewed by Licensing Services staff and may be referred to the Plumbers Licensing Board if required.
Time frames for application processing
Most applications are determined within five weeks. You can assist us to keep processing times as low as possible by:
- Checking that you have attached all the required information, and have completed the application form in full, before submitting
- Submitting using the online option
- Allowing enough time for processing of your application before contacting us for an update.
Licensing officers will contact you if any additional information is needed to finalise your application.
Fees
Current application and licence fees for plumbers can be found in the fee schedule.
An application fee is payable at the time of lodging an application.
The application fee is non-refundable and exempt from GST.
If your application is unsuccessful the licence fee will automatically be refunded and posted to the address specified on the application form.
All licences are valid for three years from the date of approval.
Variations to a plumbing contractor’s licence
Plumbing contractor’s licences may be limited to one or more of the following types of work:
- water supply
- sanitary
- drainage
Plumbing contractors can apply to have additional types of work added to their licence for more information go to the following page: Plumbing licensing - Amend type of work
Plumbing contractor licence scope of work
Show moreThe below information provides a description of activities which Western Australia (WA) licensed plumbing contractors are permitted to perform. If you are a WA licensee visiting another state under AMR, you are only allowed to perform the activities listed below.
Licence identifier: PL00 – PL00000
Scope of work
Carry out and exercise general direction and control over the carrying out of authorised work by the holder of a tradesperson’s licence or a tradesperson’s licence (drainage plumbing).
Supervise the carrying out of authorised work by an apprentice, pre-apprentice or the holder of a provisional tradesperson’s licence or provisional tradesperson’s licence (drainage plumbing).
Can submit notices and certificates of compliance for plumbing work.
Specific activities (by endorsed class)
| Class title | Class code | Class description |
|---|---|---|
| Water supply, sanitary and drainage plumbing work | PLFULL | Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the supply of potable water from a meter assembly to the points of use within any property. Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, ventilation, repair or maintenance of fittings and fixtures used or intended to be used for the carrying of wastewater or other waste. Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of underground pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the carrying of: (i) wastewater to a sewer; or (ii) wastewater or other waste to an apparatus for the treatment of sewage. |
| Water supply and sanitary plumbing work | PL.WS.S | Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the supply of potable water from a meter assembly to the points of use within any property. Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, ventilation, repair or maintenance of fittings and fixtures used or intended to be used for the carrying of wastewater or other waste. |
| Water supply and drainage plumbing work | PL.WS.D | Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the supply of potable water from a meter assembly to the points of use within any property. Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of underground pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the carrying of: (i) wastewater to a sewer; or (ii) wastewater or other waste to an apparatus for the treatment of sewage. |
| Water supply plumbing work | PL.WS | Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the supply of potable water from a meter assembly to the points of use within any property. |
| Drainage plumbing work | PL.D | Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of underground pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the carrying of: (i) wastewater to a sewer; or (ii) wastewater or other waste to an apparatus for the treatment of sewage. |
| Sanitary and drainage plumbing work | PL.SD | Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, ventilation, repair or maintenance of fittings and fixtures used or intended to be used for the carrying of wastewater or other waste. Installation, alteration, extension, disconnection, repair or maintenance of underground pipes and other fittings used or intended to be used for the carrying of: (i) wastewater to a sewer; or (ii) wastewater or other waste to an apparatus for the treatment of sewage. |
Compliance requirements in WA
To get a licence in WA
- Must hold a plumbing tradesperson’s licence
- Must have an Australian Police Check
- Must be a person of good character and repute and a fit and proper person to hold a licence – a criminal record is obtained
- Must pay an application fee
To keep a licence in WA
- Must renew the registration every three years
- Must submit appropriate compliance certificates
- Subject to a fit and proper assessment at time of renewal
- They must comply with the Plumbers Licensing Act 1995 and Plumbers Licensing and Plumbing Standards Regulations 2000.
