The building and construction industry employs a large number of people in Australia and offers a range of hands-on career options. Employers are looking for qualified candidates who are reliable, and have a solid work ethic and strong organisation skills.
The job outlook remains positive for the building and construction industry. Population growth is driving a demand for new housing construction with commercial building also forecast to grow to support the development of new residential centres. Qualified workers across all aspects of the building and construction industry are in high demand.
TAFE Queensland offers a number of hands-on courses in building and construction. Lay a solid foundation for your career with an entry-level certificate in construction or take control of your career with a certificate IV or diploma specialising in building, estimating, or management. We also offer advanced courses that will allow you to supervise on-site construction and apply for your builders licence in Queensland.
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Apply for your Builder Project Management Services licence and become a qualified project manager or job site supervisor for high-rise construction work.
Advance your building and construction management career with this technical qualification. This course meets the technical requirements for a Builder Low or Medium Rise licence in Queensland.
Develop your skills and knowledge of building and construction management with this advanced qualification. This course will pave the way to senior management roles in all sectors of the building and construction industry.
Take your building business to the next level by completing this qualification with TAFE Queensland. This course is perfect for builders or owners of small to medium-sized building businesses.
Popular courses
Apply for your Builder Project Management Services licence and become a qualified project manager or job site supervisor for high-rise construction work.
Advance your building and construction management career with this technical qualification. This course meets the technical requirements for a Builder Low or Medium Rise licence in Queensland.
Develop your skills and knowledge of building and construction management with this advanced qualification. This course will pave the way to senior management roles in all sectors of the building and construction industry.
Take your building business to the next level by completing this qualification with TAFE Queensland. This course is perfect for builders or owners of small to medium-sized building businesses.
Learn hands on with the same equipment and tools used in industry by combining working for your employer with pracitcal training from TAFE Queensland. You'll graduate with a nationally-recognised qualification and be ready to kick start your career.
Learn moreApprenticeships and traineeships are a smart way to recruit and train employees to meet the needs of your business. No matter what industry you're in, hiring an apprentice or trainee provides your business with real benefits and contributes to your bottom line.
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