Solid Plaster

We are seeking a qualified and experienced Solid Plasterer for a full-time, ongoing position. This opportunity is available due to continued growth and strong demand for our services. The successful candidate will perform a broad range of plastering tasks to support our projects and uphold our high standards of finish. This is a full-time position offering a salary of $76,515 per annum plus superannuation, in line with market rates and award conditions. Standard working hours apply, with potential for overtime depending on project requirements.

Benefits

This is a full-time position offering a salary of $76,515  per annum plus superannuation, in line with market rates and award conditions. Standard working hours apply, with potential for overtime depending on project requirements.

Task & responsibilities

• Determining plasterboard layout, installing insulation and vapour barriers
• Measuring, marking, and cutting plasterboard, lifting and positioning panels, and securing them to walls, ceilings, and battens
• Preparing and securing corner beads
• Fixing pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres, and other plaster fittings
• Covering joins and nail holes with wet plaster and sealing compounds, smoothing with wet brushes and sandpaper
• Mixing and applying coats of plaster, cement, and render using trowels, levelling and smoothing to uniform thickness
• Plumbing and straightening corners, angles, and wall and ceiling surfaces
• Creating decorative textures in finishing coats
• Applying and finishing acoustic, insulating, and fireproofing materials bonded with plaster, plastic cement, and similar materials

Qualification & experience

• Minimum of 1 years’ experience as a Solid Plasterer or in a similar role
• Relevant trade qualification in plastering (or equivalent) preferred
• Ability to read and interpret plans and specifications
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Construction White Card (or willingness to obtain)
• Reliability and punctuality essential