COMMERCIAL PAINTERS

Overview of Regulations for Commercial Painters in Perth

Commercial painting and decorating projects are substantial undertakings, as well as, ongoing, preventative maintenance projects. This is a summary of the registration process for Commercial "Painting Practioners" in Western Australia only.

In accordance with the Building Services (Registration) Act 2011, commercial painters in Perth are mandated to be registered if they undertake painting projects valued over $1,000. The legislation outlines two distinct categories of registration.

Registered Painting Practitioners

Within Western Australia, a registered painting practitioner has the ability to:

Serve as a nominated supervisor for a registered painting contractor.

Use the designation "registered painting practitioner".

Work for or subcontract under a registered painting contractor entity or firm.

However, a person registered as a painting practitioner is prohibited from offering painting services to the public unless they also hold a registration as a painting contractor.

To secure registration as a painting practitioner, one must showcase substantial technical painting expertise, credentials, and experience. An application form, accompanied by relevant documentation and the necessary fees, must be submitted to Licensing Services.

Registered Painting Contractor

In Western Australia, a registered painting contractor is permitted to:

Engage in contracts to provide painting services to the public, valued over $1,000.

Adopt the title "registered painting contractor".

All painting contractors are obligated to designate a nominated supervisor who is a registered painting practitioner.

To be registered as a painting contractor, one must demonstrate the financial and organizational capability to execute and finalize painting projects valued over $1,000. An application form, along with the pertinent documentation and fees, should be presented to Licensing Services.

Categories of Painting Contractors in Perth

Registered Painting Contractors in Perth only (Individual)

An individual registered painting contractor, or a sole trader, is someone who can undertake contracts to offer painting services valued above $1,000. To be registered in this capacity, one must also hold a painting practitioner registration. This dual registration enables you to serve as your own nominated supervisor. This is the predominant type of painting contractor in Western Australia.

Registered Painting Contractors in Perth only (Partnership)

A partnership-based registered painting contractor comprises two or more entities. This could be a blend of individuals and companies. Such partnerships can engage in contracts to deliver painting services valued over $1,000. It's mandatory for these partnerships to have at least one nominated supervisor, who is a registered painting practitioner.

Registered Painting Contractors in Perth only (Company)

A company-based registered painting contractor is a proprietary limited company, recognized by the Australian Securities and Investment Commission, capable of entering into contracts to offer painting services. Such a contractor must designate at least one nominated supervisor who is a registered painting practitioner.

The registration for contractors signifies a business's competency to contract with others to provide services as a commercial painter in Perth, valued at $1,000 or more, within the jurisdiction of the Building Services Board. A jurisdictional map of the Board is accessible on the 'legislative framework' page.

Info is, in reference to the Board’s jurisdiction only, in Western Australia.

Procedure for Registration

For those seeking registration for the first time, please refer to the initial registration page for commercial painters in Perth.

For those who have been previously registered and are approaching their renewal date, please consult the official registry contact.

Last updated: Tuesday, July 23, 2019 - 16:45