Provisional electrician's licence

Provisional electrician’s licences are typically issued in three categories and not for a period exceeding 12 months.

When issued to applicants in (a) or (b) below all electrical work performed under the licence shall be supervised by a licensed electrical technician.

• Persons who have made substantial progress towards meeting the criteria for an electrical technician’s licence and are likely to complete the additional training within a 12 month period.
• Persons who hold an Australian Recognised Trade Certificate as an "electrical mechanic" issued by Trades Recognition Australia enabling them to gain "on the job" and Wiring Rules experience. (This is the normal process for migrants with an electrical trade background)
• University graduates in Electrical (power) Engineering. Restricted to those who wish to perform electrical work on their own home.

Application forms and information

 Application for Electrician’s licence

 How to Apply for a Provisional Electrician's Licence

 Gratuitous Work form for a Provisional Electrician's Licence
This additional form needs to be completed and attached to your application form with payment if the licence is to be used to perform electrical work in a gratuitous manner.

Payment fees:

Application fee $38.40
Licence fee $38.40

Total $76.80 (There are no proportionate fees available for these licences)