Transition Of Technical Qualifications For Licensing
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As part of the Queensland Government's commitment to improving the building and construction industry, the responsibility for setting technical qualifications for plumbing, drainage, and pool safety inspector licenses has been transferred from the QBCC to the Department of Housing, Local Government, Planning and Public Works, effective 1 July 2024.
This change aligns with the recommendations from the QBCC Governance Review 2022 Report, which aimed to clarify the separate roles and responsibilities of the QBCC and the department. The transfer of responsibility ensures that policy functions are performed by the department, while the QBCC remains responsible for regulatory functions. This change streamlines the decision-making process and ensures greater consistency in the setting of technical qualification requirements for all QBCC licensees.
Impact on existing licence holders
Existing plumbing, drainage, and pool safety inspector licenses and endorsements issued by the QBCC before the transfer remain valid for the time of the licence or endorsement. The transitional arrangements ensure a smooth transfer of responsibilities and minimise disruptions to the industry.
Building and Plumbing Newsflash 631
Technical qualifications for plumbing and drainage licences and endorsements
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