Western Australia Clarifies Plumber Licensing for Migrants
For plumbers planning to move to Western Australia, this means you must now follow a specific, multi-step process to get your professional license before you can legally work there.
Available data indicates a clarification in the licensing process for migrant plumbers in Western Australia. Previously, the specific requirements for this group were not detailed.
Migrant plumbers seeking to work in Western Australia are now required to obtain a licence. This process involves a skills assessment conducted by a Trades Recognition Australia (TRA) approved Registered Training Organisation (RTO) to secure an Offshore Technical Skills Record (OTSR).
Following the skills assessment and OTSR acquisition, applicants must then apply for a Provisional Licence through the Local Government Information and Regulatory Services (LGIRS). This update is relevant for individuals considering relocation to Australia, particularly those in the plumbing trade.