Common roles for foreign workers
• General Construction Worker
• Skilled Worker (Mason, Carpenter, Steel Fixer, Welder, Plumber)
• Electrician / HVAC Technician
• Safety Supervisor (with experience & certificates)
• Construction Supervisor / Site Supervisor (for experienced candidates)
Work Permit (WP) – Most common
• For general & skilled construction workers
• Employer applies for this
• Salary usually SGD 600 – 1,800 (depends on skill & experience)
Mandatory Requirements for Construction Jobs
a) Skills Certification (Very Important)
You must have at least one of these:
BCA CoreTrade / Multi-Skilling Certification (Preferred)
OR
Skills Evaluation Certificate (SEC)
• Conducted by BCA-approved test centers in India
• Trades include:
o Masonry
o Carpentry
o Plumbing
o Electrical
o Welding
o Rebar / Steel Fixing
Test centre in India
- HTTC Overseas Testing and Testing Services Pvt Ltd (Kolkata)
- TTJ Test Centre (Hyderabad)
https://www1.bca.gov.sg/.../manpower/tradeindia.pdf...
b) Medical Fitness
• Employer arranges medical check
• Must be fit for heavy construction work
How to Apply from South India (Correct & Safe Methods)
- Contact Us (Prostaff Recruitment)
We have available jobs 
Documents You Will Need
Passport (minimum 2 years validity)
Trade certificates (BCA / SEC)
Work experience letters
Passport-size photos
Police clearance (sometimes)
Important Warnings 
Do NOT pay middlemen who promise “job after arrival”
Do NOT come on tourist visa to find construction work
Do NOT hand over passport to agents
How Long the Process Takes
4–8 weeks on average:
• Skill test
• Employer approval
• Work permit processing
Tips to Increase Your Chances
• Get Multi-Skilling Certification (higher pay)
Learn basic English (site safety & communication)