How to Become A Builder South Africa

A builder is a person whose job is to build or repair houses and other buildings. The builders have finished the roof.

Below is How to register as a member of the National Home Builders Registration Council in South Africa

Download the application form

Complete the form

Return the form to your nearest NHBRC customer care office (see our offices)

Make payment (see prescribed fee structure)

Below are the Conditions for registration with NHBRC

Completed and signed registration application form (AR003).

A valid Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) registration certificate

Certified copies of ID/Passports of all members/directors/trustees/partners/sole proprietors of the business. The copies must have been certified within the last 3 months. If a person is not South African, then a certified copy of the passport and work permit is required.

A stamped letter from the bank confirming the applicant’s banking details or a copy of a cancelled blank cheque. This must not be older than 3 months. Email print outs will not be allowed.

What qualifications do I need to be builder?

You don’t need any formal qualifications, but employers will look for a good general standard of education, often including GCSEs (A-C) in maths and English. Previous experience in construction, warehousing or retail could be helpful although not essential.

How do I become a registered builder in South Africa?

REGISTRATION PROCESS

An original copy of a valid tax clearance from SARS.

Notice of Incorporation (Co 14.1). (PTY ONLY).

Certified copy of shareholding certificate. (PTY ONLY).

Trust Resolution / Deed of Trust (TRUST ONLY).

Certified copy of Partnership agreement letter. (PARTNERSHIP ONLY).

Can you be a builder with no qualifications in South Africa ?

Generally Builders get their education through on-the-job training, apprenticeships or a degree in construction. Usually people who are interested in a career as a Builder have had previous experience in the trade, often in entry-level roles such as a laborer or as an apprentice where no qualifications are required.

Is it hard to become a builder?

Being a Builder can be a tough job, and you can’t be afraid to get your hands (literally) dirty if you want to make a career out of it! But there are plenty of benefits to working in building and construction, and we’re going to share a few of them with you.

How long does it take to become a builder?

You need to show that you have at least 2 years of relevant industry experience from a wide range of building construction work and activities. The majority of the experience needs to have been obtained within 10 years of the date on which the application for your licence is being made.

Is a builder a good job?

And for a builder to be involved in building a community, it is extremely rewarding. It gives them sense of purpose and fulfilment as they go about their daily duties. Once the construction project has been completed, a builder can look at his or her work and be proud of the fact they helped to build a community.