Construction Waterproofing RPL

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About The Qualification
  • Trade-specific outcome: Provides a qualification in waterproofing for residential and commercial construction projects.
  • Core competencies: Covers common skills required across the construction industry.
  • Specialist fields: Includes two specialist areas of waterproofing work.
  • Nationally recognised: Fast-tracks your experience into a recognised Construction Waterproofing qualification.
Scope of Work

The Construction Waterproofing scope of work includes but is not limited to:

  • Handling waterproofing materials
  • Using waterproofing tools and equipment
  • Preparing surfaces for waterproofing application
  • Applying waterproofing processes to below-ground wet areas
  • Applying waterproofing processes to internal wet areas
  • Applying waterproofing processes to above-ground external wet areas
  • Applying waterproofing remedial processes
  • Assessing construction waterproofing processes
Experience Requirements

To be eligible, you must demonstrate:

  • At least 2 years’ relevant industry experience in waterproofing work under a licensed Waterproofer
Eligibility

You’ll need to provide:

  • 100-point ID check (JP-certified)
  • Valid White Card (JP-certified)
  • Referee testimonial(s) confirming ≥ 2 years’ experience
  • Video or photo evidence of your waterproofing work
Regulatory Licensing Requirements

According to NSW Fair Trading, tradies applying for a license must have the relevant industry knowledge and experience and have completed:

  • CPC31420 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing or
  • CPC31408 Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing

State and territory jurisdictions may have different licensing, legislative, regulatory or certification requirements. Relevant state and territory regulatory authorities should be consulted to confirm those requirements.

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Questions & answers

Frequently asked
Questions

Construction Waterproofing RPL (Recognition of Prior Learning) is a pathway that allows experienced waterproofers in the construction industry to obtain a nationally recognised qualification without undergoing traditional coursework. Instead, your existing skills and knowledge are assessed to verify competency.

Key Information:
  1. Formal recognition of existing waterproofing skills and experience.
  2. Leads to a nationally recognised qualification in waterproofing.
  3. No need to repeat what you already know through formal study.

Eligibility for Waterproofing RPL generally includes individuals with relevant waterproofing experience, whether through employment, subcontracting, or supervision roles. Formal qualifications are not required, but experience must be verifiable.

Key Information:
  1. Minimum 2–3 years waterproofing experience (on-site or supervising).
  2. No formal qualification needed to apply.
  3. Must supply work history, job photos, and references.

Your waterproofing skills will be assessed through an RPL process by a qualified assessor. You’ll need to provide documentation of your work, including evidence such as job photos, references, and completed project lists. A competency conversation and potential observation may also occur.

Key Information:
  1. Submit documentation: work photos, references, job logs, etc.
  2. Undergo competency conversation with a certified assessor.
  3. Demonstrate your waterproofing skills in real-world contexts.

Becoming certified through RPL can save you time and money while increasing your chances of getting licensed or winning contracts. It formalises your skills and improves your professional credibility.

Key Information:
  1. Faster and cheaper than traditional classroom training.
  2. Helps meet licensing or compliance requirements in some states.
  3. Increases employability and confidence with clients.

The RPL process for waterproofing can take as little as 2–4 weeks if you have your evidence ready and respond quickly to the assessor's requests. More complex cases or evidence collection may extend the timeframe.

Key Information:
  1. Standard time: 2–6 weeks depending on readiness.
  2. Depends on quality and quantity of supporting documents.
  3. Faster if you respond promptly and submit complete files.

A waterproofing qualification allows you to perform tasks in accordance with national construction codes and may contribute to your licensing application (depending on the state). This includes:
  • Internal and external wet area waterproofing (e.g. bathrooms, balconies)
  • Basement tanking and membrane application
  • Waterproofing roofs, decks, and retaining walls
  • Commercial and residential waterproofing jobs
It can also support applications for NSW Fair Trading waterproofing license and other relevant state-based certifications.