Build a Life in WA

Skilled workers in the following building and construction occupations are eligible to apply for the Build a Life in WA Incentive. 

Download a copy of the Build a Life in WA – Eligible Occupation list 

Note: holders of Australian permanent residency visas and New Zealand citizens (444 visa subclass) - some occupations listed above may not meet the requirements associated with your visa. Please contact the immigration and citizenship section of the Commonwealth Government’s Department of Home Affairs for more information.

Tradespeople and professionals who operate in regulated occupations moving to Western Australia from other Australian states or territories and New Zealand are supported through mutual recognition.

Mutual recognition is the principle that a person who is registered in one state or territory for an occupation is entitled to a registration in a second state for an equivalent occupation, after they have notified the second states local registration authority.

If you operate in an industry that is regulated in Western Australian, once you have arrived in WA and prior to commencing work, you must lodge a completed notice with the relevant WA registration authority, seeking registration for the equivalent occupation, pay the required fee, and provide evidence of your interstate or New Zealand registration.

Once you have lodged the notice, you are deemed registered and can commence work in your licensed occupation in WA, under the same terms as your interstate or New Zealand authorisation. You are subject to all local laws that apply to your occupation at all times while operating in WA.

For information about the building, painting, surveying, gas, electrical, plumbing, high risk work, land valuation, and building engineering industries, refer to the Department of Local Government, Industry Regulation and Safety’s website. 

Alternatively, to locate the local registration authority for industries other than those above you can search for your occupation on the Small Business Development Corporation’s Business Licence Finder.

With a significant pipeline of Government-led as well as private sector construction and manufacturing work, there’s no better time for skilled workers to come and find work in WA. 

Home to Australia’s sunniest capital city, Perth, with the whitest beaches and breathtaking natural beauty. You can find the perfect job opportunity and experience warm weather even in winter, as well as world-class surf, renowned craft beer, excellent local food and plenty of adventure on your doorstep. 

Find out how to Build a Life in WA 

The building and construction industry are seeking skilled workers to join the WA workforce. 

Find out more on the Build a Life in WA website