 | Applying online takes about 10 minutes. |
Key info
- You must have a plumbing contractor licence to sell plumbing services to businesses, the public or the government.
- Plumbing work includes installing, altering, maintaining, or disconnecting a plumbing installation such as refrigeration, sanitary plumbing and drainage, stormwater drainage, water services, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning, hydraulic, liquid fuel, medical gas or pneumatic gas.
- If your application is successful, you will get confirmation within 21 days.
| Get started | CBOS | Please visit Consumer, Building and Occupational Services to apply for a plumbing contractor licence |  |
About applying for a plumbing contractor licence
A plumbing contractor must nominate a responsible person in their business as the nominated manager.
How to apply
What you need to apply
You must provide a digital copy of your:
- certificate III and IV qualification
- certificate of currency for insurance
- company or business name registration (if using a name other than your own personal name)
- statement of results
In addition to the above, you must also:
- answer a set of declaration questions (with any supporting documents), and
- provide payment.
Can I apply?
You must:
- be a fit and proper (PDF, 147KB) person
- have a strong and stable financial background
- have the relevant qualifications and competencies
- hold an adequate insurance coverage (at least $5 million for any one incident)
- elect a nominated manager
Proving your identity
You do not need to prove your identity.
How much it costs
| Occupation - plumber | One year licence | Three year licence |
|---|---|---|
Practitioner - sole trader (must hold a contractor licence) Please note that you will be charged a fee for your practitioner licence. This fee will be removed from your contractor licence fee and there will be no overall increase due to this administrative change. | No fee | No fee |
Practitioner or certifier | $121.04 | $320.40 |
Plumber provisional | $121.04 | No licence option |
Contractor (sole trader) | $480.60 | $1,361.70 |
Contractor (2 to 4 practitioners) | $614.10 | $1,788.90 |
Contractor (5 to 9 practitioners) | $925.60 | $2,714.50 |
Contractor (10+ practitioners) | $1,237.10 | $3,649 |
Contractor - over 65 years | $121.04 | $320.40 |
Fees and charges last updated 1 July, 2023.
Payment options
| Online |   |
|---|---|
| Service Centre |     |
More Information
- The Automatic Mutual Recognition (AMR) scheme has commenced in Tasmania. This allows you to use your current licence or registration to do the same activities in other parts of Australia. Please visit Consumer, Building and Occupational Services to find out more.
Please visit Consumer, Building and Occupational Services for more information on applying for a plumbing contractor licence.