Builder
Perform hands-on, managerial and administrative duties on construction projects.
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- What's it like to be a Builder?
- How to become a Builder
- Latest Builder jobs
- Top skills and experience for Builders
- Is Builder the right role for you?
- Builder role reviews
What's it like to be a Builder?
Builders oversee, coordinate and work on the construction, repair and renovation of homes and other buildings. They may also manage entire projects. Builders must comply with strict safety regulations, including using and wearing protective equipment and ensuring the construction site is safe.
Tasks and duties
- Interpreting or organising plans that meet building code regulations and client specifications.
- Providing quotes for clients and submitting plans to local authorities.
- Organising contractors including carpenters, electricians and plumbers, as well as undertaking some building work personally.
How to become a Builder
To work as a Builder in Australia with the ability to sign off on work that has been done on site, you will need to hold a Builder’s licence or be registered. Requirements for licensing varies depending on your state or territory, but you will typically need to complete a vocational qualification and have on-the-job experience.
- Complete a Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building) (CPC40120) or Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) (CPC50220). Your choice of course may depend on the requirements in your state, your previous experience and the type of buildings you want to work on, such as low-rise or medium-rise.
- Ensure you have a Construction Induction Card (White Card) which will enable you to work on a construction site. Some hirers may also prefer you to have a current driver’s licence.
- After gaining experience in the construction industry, you can apply for a licence or registration. Check with the relevant licensing body in your state or territory for specific details on how many years of experience you need before you can apply.
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Builder employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Carpentry
Construction Induction White Card
Using Power Tools
Installation
Thoroughness
Concreting
Drivers Licence
Fabrication
Construction Industry
Machine Operation
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Latest Builder reviews
Apr 2024
I love building homes for people and at the end I say I did that and they are happy
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate in Building Construction
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsTo honestly if you do enjoy the day today challenges of the the job and problem solving it's fantastic. And sometimes rewarding to be known for your work.
The challengesThe everyday challenges, especially doing renovations. Having clients challenged you wanting to know how would you solve a problem, explaining in your opinion what would work better and with out make...
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May 2021
Creating beautiful builds is extremely rewarding
Reviewer's QualificationDiploma of Building and Construction (Building)
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeSmall (1-19 employees)
SpecialisationRenovations/ New builds and light commercial
The good thingsYou get to bring a person or businesses dream to life. Working with great contractors and suppliers creates good industry bonds.
The challengesYour company is your life and you put clients goals above your own. Got to be a people pleasure by nature
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