Becoming a Registered Builder Support

  • Assistance throughout the entire registration process
  • Member only Builder Registration Awareness Module
  • Examples & templates of supporting documents
  • VBA application advice and information videos
  • VBA exam and interview advice and information videos
  • Access to experienced staff to guide you through the registration process

Steps to becoming a registered builder

Did you know that to engage in work directly for a client that is worth more than $10,000 you are required to be registered?

  • Tradesperson

    Tradesperson

    Tradesperson
    Completed your apprenticeship with an accredited training organisation. You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience Work under $10,000 direct for consumer.
  • Qualified tradesperson

    Qualified tradesperson
    Completed your apprenticeship with an accredited training organisation.

    You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience.

    Work under $10,000 direct for consumer.

    Uni/TAFE graduate

    Uni/TAFE graduate
    Completed a higher education qualification in Building and Construction

    You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience

    Work under $10,000 direct for consumer
  • 3 Years Experience

    3 Years Experience

    3 Years Experience
    Working with a registered builder to gain experience in all aspects of building work
    Experience includes end-to-end construction in classes 1 and 10
    Experience must be in the area of registration that you are seeking
    Hands on practical experience
    Work as a project supervisor or site foreman
  • Qualification

    Qualification

    Qualification
    It is recommended that additional training, for example the Certificate IV in Building and Construction, is undertaken to help fill the knowledge gaps that are typically experienced by budding registered builders
  • VBA application

    VBA application

    VBA application
    Submit a hard copy application to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), attend the computer based test and the interview assessment.

    If successful, the VBA panel will grant your registration.
  • Registered Domestic Builder

    Registered Domestic Builder

    Registered Domestic Builder
    Those registered in the class of Domestic Builder (Unlimited) are responsible for carrying out, or managing or arranging the carrying out of all components of domestic building work for the construction, renovation, improvement or maintenance of a home (class 1, 2 and 4 buildings, and associated class 10 buildings, as classified in the Building Code of Australia).
  • Tradesperson

    Tradesperson

    Tradesperson
    Completed your apprenticeship with an accredited training organisation. You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience Work under $10,000 direct for consumer.
  • Qualified tradesperson

    Qualified tradesperson
    Completed your apprenticeship with an accredited training organisation.

    You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience.

    Work under $10,000 direct for consumer.

    Uni/TAFE graduate

    Uni/TAFE graduate
    Completed a higher education qualification in Building and Construction.

    You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience.

    Work under $10,000 direct for consumer.
  • 3 years experience

    3 years experience

    3 years experience
    Working with a registered builder to gain experience in all aspects of building work.

    Experience includes end-to-end construction in classes 2-9.

    Experience must be in the area of registration that you are seeking.

    Hands on practical experience.

    Work as a project supervisor or site foreman.
  • Qualification

    Qualification

    Qualification
    To apply for registration the Victorian Building Authority requires you to have completed a Certificate IV in Building and Construction.
  • VBA application

    VBA application

    VBA application
    Submit a hard copy application to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), attend the computer based test and the interview assessment.

    If successful, the VBA panel will grant your registration.
  • Registered Commercial Builder

    Registered Commercial Builder

    Registered Commercial Builder
    A registered Commercial Builder is responsible for managing and arranging the carrying out of all components of building work for the construction of commercial buildings and structures (Class 2–9 buildings and structures, and Class 10b buildings not associated with a domestic building, as classified by the Building Code of Australia)
  • Tradesperson

    Tradesperson

    Tradesperson
    Completed your apprenticeship with an accredited training organisation. You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience Work under $10,000 direct for consumer.
  • Qualified Tradesperson

    Qualified Tradesperson
    Completed your apprenticeship with an accredited training organisation. You are now working with a registered builder gaining practical experience Work under $10,000 direct for consumer.
  • 3 years experience

    3 years experience

    3 years experience
    Working with a registered builder to gain experience in all aspects of building work. Experience includes end-to-end construction in classes 1 and 10. Experience must be in the area of registration that you are seeking. Hands on practical experience.Work as a project supervisor or site foreman.
  • Qualification

    Qualification

    Qualification
    Most classes of Limited registration require you to have studied the following units of competency:
    Arrange building applications and approvals (CPCCBC4026A or CPCCBC4026)
    Produce labour and material schedules for ordering (CPCCBC4005A or CPCCBC4005)
    Select and prepare a construction contract (CPCCBC4003A) or Select, prepare and administer a construction contract (CPCCBC4003).
  • VBA application

    VBA application

    VBA application
    Submit a hard copy application to the Victorian Building Authority (VBA), attend the computer based test and the interview assessment. If successful, the VBA panel will grant your registration.
  • Registered domestic builder

    Registered domestic builder

    Registered domestic builder
    Those who hold a Domestic Builder (Limited) class of registration are limited to carrying out, or managing or arranging the carrying out components of domestic building work limited to their classes of domestic building work

What do you need to do to become a registered builder?

Complete our checklist and a representative from Master Builders will be in touch.

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Have you previously been a Registered Builder?

For further information please contact MBV on 03 9411 4555

Builders Registration Pathway Options

Applying for builder registration can be a daunting and time-consuming process, but Master Builders Victoria can help.

With our range of training options on offer, including short courses, Certificates, Diplomas and dedicated Builder Registration Programs, we can make sure that you’re best prepared to achieve success.

Member Testimonials

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Continuing Professional Development

Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is an initiative driven by the Victorian Building Authoroty in Victoria. The program is available to all Registered Building Practitioners in Victoria.

CPD is about keeping up with changes in the industry and gaining the skills and knowledge that will enable you to effectively operate and grow your business.

Under the program it is recommended that practitioners earn a specified number of CPD points through participating in a range of learning opportunities and activities. Activities include occupational health and safety and business skills training, meeting attendance, apprentice supervision, Trade Nights etc.

Master Builders Victoria keeps track of all CPD points accrued by members through participation in Master Builders CPD activities.