I emailed the TRA trying to get my ARTC before I get to Oz.
Got this reply back, thought I'd share it, in case it helps anyone.
Dear Mr. Dickinson-Smith,
Thank you for your enquiry to Trades Recognition Australia (TRA).
If you are seeking to gain recognition for your trade in Australia, you have the option of applying for an Australian Recognised Trade Certificate (ARTC).
The process of applying for an ARTC can be found on our website here.
We strongly advise that your carefully read the application form, the ARTC Applicant Guidelinesand the ARTC Criteria and Guidelines relevant to your country of training. These documents will answer all of your questions regarding the application process and the documentation you need to provide to TRA.
Please note that under the Tradespersons’ Rights Regulations Act (1946) the ARTC only recognises 49 electrical and metal trades. Please carefully read what trades are assessed to ensure that your trade sought meets our requirements.
Please note that an ARTC is not the only way trade skills are recognised in Australia. Skills can also be assessed by a Registered Training Organisation (RTO). An RTO will assess your skills against the training package requirements and, if successful, will issue you with a qualification under the Australia Qualification Framework (AQF). Where gaps are identified, an RTO may be able to assist you with further training.
Please be advised that we do not send ARTCs to non-Australian addresses. As stated in the ARTC Applicant Guidelines, applicants must provide evidence that they are currently residing in Australia.
I trust this assists.
Kind regards,