Victoria Wide Tiling Services Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and skilled Wall and Floor Tiler to join our team on a full-time basis.

The successful applicant will be responsible for preparing surfaces, laying and finishing a variety of tiles, undertaking waterproofing and completing tiling work to a high standard across residential and commercial projects. The role will also involve providing guidance to junior tilers and supervising their tiling activities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary plus superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing employment
• Opportunity to work across a variety of residential and commercial tiling projects
• Supportive and professional team environment
• Stable employment with an established tiling business

Task & responsibilities

• Examine plans, specifications and work areas to determine tiling requirements.
• Measure and mark surfaces and plan tile layouts to achieve accurate positioning and alignment.
• Prepare wall and floor surfaces by removing old tiles, grout and adhesive and repairing cracks, holes and uneven areas.
• Apply adhesives to prepared surfaces using appropriate tools and techniques.
• Lay and fix ceramic, porcelain, stone, mosaic and other tiles to wall and floor surfaces, ensuring correct positioning, alignment and finish.
• Cut and shape tiles as required to fit edges, corners, openings, fittings, pipes and other obstacles.
• Position and align tiles accurately, ensuring they are level and evenly spaced.
• Apply grout between tiles and clean and finish tiled surfaces to a high standard.
• Apply waterproofing systems to bathrooms, kitchens and other wet areas where required.
• Lay tiles in patterns and create decorative or mosaic finishes in accordance with design specifications.
• Lay floors using terrazzo, cement and similar compositions where required.
• Inspect tiling work throughout the installation process to ensure quality and compliance with project specifications.
• Repair, replace and rectify damaged or defective tiled surfaces where required.
• Provide clients with advice regarding tile selection, layouts, finishes and ongoing maintenance.
• Provide guidance and practical assistance to junior tilers and monitor their tiling work to ensure required quality, safety and project standards are maintained.

Qualification & experience

• Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling or a relevant higher-level qualification.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience as a Wall and Floor Tiler.
• Experience working with ceramic, porcelain, stone, mosaic and other types of tiles.
• Sound knowledge of surface preparation, adhesives, grouting and waterproofing techniques.
• Ability to read and interpret plans, drawings and specifications.
• Competency in using tile cutters, trowels, levelling equipment and other tiling tools.
• Ability to accurately measure, cut, position and finish tiles.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to provide guidance and supervision to junior tilers.
• Good understanding of workplace health and safety requirements.