The CPC40120 Certificate IV in Building & Construction (Building) offers a wide variety of construction licensing registration opportunities across all states and territories in Australia. Here are some of the licensing opportunities you will be eligible for upon completion of the qualification:

• Builder Low Rise (Contractor & Nominee Supervisor) - QLD
• Low Rise Site Supervisor - QLD
• Kitchen Bathroom Laundry - QLD
• Builder Restricted to Shopfitting (Site Supervisor) - QLD
• Builder Restricted to Structural Landscaping - QLD
• Builder Registration General Builder - NSW
• Kitchen Bathroom & Laundry Works - NSW
• Domestic Builder Limited to Retaining Walls - VIC
• Domestic Builder Limited to Structural Landscaping - VIC
• Builder Work Supervisor Registration - SA
• Building Work Contractor - SA
• Building Contracting Residential - NT
• Domestic Builder - TAS
• Builder Low Rise - TAS
• Class C Builder Low Rise - ACT

Note: Licensing information above has been generalised/reduced for contextualisation purposes. Some licensing may require additional qualifications and/ or units to be completed for eligibility purposes. Please be aware that Master Skills Australia is not a licensing body. We offer nationally recognised qualifications. Please contact us for more information.

A Property Developer identifies land or property opportunities and manages the process of turning them into profitable developments. This can involve buying land, coordinating architects, builders and planners, securing approvals, managing budgets and overseeing the construction and sale of residential or commercial developments.

• National Job Growth Outlook: Strong demand driven by Australia’s housing shortage and major development projects across residential and infrastructure sectors.
• Average Income: Around $107,000 per year on average, with experienced developers earning well above $140,000.

A Construction Manager oversees the delivery of building or civil construction projects from start to finish. They coordinate trades, materials, subcontractors and project schedules while ensuring the project meets budget, safety and compliance requirements. They also work closely with architects, engineers and property developers to deliver projects on time.

• National Job Growth Outlook: Around 3,200 additional jobs per year nationally, with strong demand due to infrastructure and housing construction.
• Average Income: Approximately $134,750 per year, with experienced managers earning over $200,000 in senior roles.

A Foreman supervises tradespeople on construction sites and ensures the day-to-day work runs smoothly. They coordinate labour, monitor work quality, ensure safety procedures are followed and act as the key link between site workers and project management.

• National Job Growth Outlook: Strong demand due to ongoing residential and infrastructure construction activity across Australia.
• Average Income: Around $120,000 per year median, with experienced forepersons earning up to $140,000+.

A Site Supervisor manages the daily operations of a construction site. They oversee subcontractors, ensure work is completed to the required standards, maintain site safety, track progress against project schedules and report to project managers or builders.

• National Job Growth Outlook: Positive outlook as Australia faces ongoing construction workforce shortages and increased housing targets.
• Average Income: Typically $100,000–$130,000 per year depending on project size and experience.

A Construction Estimator calculates the expected costs of a building project before construction begins. They review drawings and specifications, price materials and labour, obtain subcontractor quotes and prepare project tenders to ensure projects remain financially viable.

• National Job Growth Outlook: Stable demand due to ongoing building and infrastructure projects requiring accurate cost planning.
• Average Income: Around $94,226 per year on average in Australia, with senior estimators earning well over $120,000.