Problems with getting builders licence

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  1. Brian84

    Brian84 Well-Known Member

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    I haven't followed it up yet to be honest. I have been to busy with work and family. Might work on the application this weekend.
     
    Brian84, 28th Apr, 2017
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    Fair enough. Be interested to hear how you get along with yhe whole thing
     
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    I will keep you posted when I do it.
     
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    Update on the builders licence.
    I went to fair trading this afternoon and they said most of the application looks good. I just need more references to show more of the 2 years experience.
     
    Brian84, 11th May, 2017
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    Getting there! Does the experience need to be within a set time frame? And does it have to be experience outside of apprenticeship?
     
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    It can't be more than 10 years ago and I believe they include apprenticeship as long as you were working for a builder doing all aspects of a supervisors role.

    I think once I have got the referee statements for more proof it should be sweet.
     
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    AFAIK - the apprenticeship is up to trade level qualification only (and trade licence), supervision etc comes after that with leading hand, foreman, supervisor etc.
     
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    Eeeek. I could be in a bit of strife then..
    I only worked about 2 yrs past 4th year, then left building. Which is close to 9yrs ago maybe. Now working for myself.
    Should be finished cert 4 by end of year.
    Sounds like i mite struggle to get my licence approved
     
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    In all honesty it probably will be hard for you. They aren't very lenient when giving out a builders licence. I have been a full time carpenter for 17 years this year and it is still hard for me to get. I suppose it's good in a way if there are no loop holes for the dodgey blokes.
     
    Brian84, 12th May, 2017
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    I recon it will be too. And i can understand why completely.
    Guess ill have to cross that bridge later on...

    Might have to work for someone full time for a while if it will help....now did you say you were doing some developments. Wink wink :D:rolleyes:
     
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    Hahaha. That is the plan in the near future. I would be happy to help anyone on here. That also depends if they will ever give me a licence lol
     
    Brian84, 14th May, 2017
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    Hi mate, i know im almost 4 years late, but did you manage to get your license?
     
    Hamed, 2nd Feb, 2021
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