A Solid Plasterer is responsible for repairing, restoring, and finishing concrete and masonry surfaces by applying cement-based renders, patching compounds, and plaster systems. The role focuses on producing high-quality architectural concrete finishes while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Benefits

Task & responsibilities

JOB DUTIES

• Inspecting concrete surfaces and identifying defects, imperfections, cracks, voids, honeycombing and areas requiring repair or finishing.
• Preparing concrete surfaces for patching and finishing by grinding, sanding, cleaning and removing loose or defective materials
• Mixing and preparing patching, repair and finishing materials to achieve the required consistency, finish and colour.
• Repairing damaged or defective concrete surfaces including cracks, holes, voids, edges, corners, columns, walls, ceilings and other concrete elements.
• Applying base coats, patching compounds and skim coats to concrete surfaces using hand tools and plastering techniques.
• Levelling, shaping and finishing repaired surfaces to match surrounding concrete and achieve the required smoothness and appearance.
• Sanding, rubbing, polishing and refining finished surfaces to remove imperfections and achieve the specified architectural concrete finish.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Carrying out colour matching and surface finishing work so repaired areas blend consistently with existing concrete surfaces
• Applying sealers and protective surface treatments after completion of patching and finishing work when required.
• Using hand and power tools, including grinders, sanders, trowels and other concrete patching and plastering equipment, in a safe and effective manner.
• Reading site requirements, identifying areas requiring rectification and completing repairs in accordance with project quality standards.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and following site safety procedures while coordinating work with supervisors, builders and other trades.
• Applying micro cement to all different substrates and venetian plasters. 

Qualification & experience

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Certificate III in Solid Plastering, Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining, or an equivalent trade qualification (preferred). 
• At least 1-year full time work experience in solid plastering, rendering, or concrete patching 
• White Card (Construction Induction Card) required to work on Australian construction sites. 
• Current driver's licence (preferred for travelling between job sites).
• Experience in solid plastering, rendering, or concrete patching. 
• Knowledge of cementitious repair materials and rendering techniques. 
• Ability to read construction drawings and follow specifications. 
• Strong attention to detail with high-quality finishing skills. 
• Physically fit and capable of manual labour. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• White Card (Construction Induction Card) and relevant trade qualifications are generally preferred.