For construction employers in Singapore, managing levy costs is always a challenge.
One effective strategy? 👉 Upgrade your workers from higher levy to lower levy tiers through skills development.
Here’s how you can do it:
📊 1️⃣ Check Worker Eligibility First
Start by reviewing your worker’s current status using
👉 Work Permit Online (WPOL)
This helps you:
✔ Identify current levy tier
✔ Check eligibility for upgrading (CoreTrade / Multi-Skilling)
✔ Plan the right training pathway
🎓 2️⃣ Upgrade Through CoreTrade
The CoreTrade scheme allows workers to become higher-skilled and certified.
✅ Move to lower levy tier
✅ Improve productivity
✅ Gain recognized industry certification
🛠️ 3️⃣ Encourage Multi-Skilling
Workers trained in multiple trades bring more value on-site.
✔ Better workforce flexibility
✔ Reduced manpower dependency
✔ Supports levy tier improvements
🏫 4️⃣ Use Approved Training Institutions
Ensure your workers are trained through recognized centres offering:
CoreTrade programs
Multi-skilling courses
Technical & safety certifications
Ensure your workers are trained through BCA-approved centres, such as:
BCA Academy
SCAL Academy
BuildSG Training Partners
Approved ATTC Centres Include:
✔ Fonda Global Engineering Pte Ltd
✔ Progressive Training Centre
✔ Santarli Construction Pte Ltd
✔ Shingda Construction Pte Ltd
✔ Positive Engineering Pte Ltd
💡 The Result?
✔ Lower levy costs
✔ More productive workforce
✔ Better project efficiency
✔ Stronger compliance