Plasterer

Key Tasks:

• Measure, cut, and install plasterboard to walls and ceilings, including fitting battens, insulation, and vapour barriers as required.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning, sealing, repairing cracks, removing old plaster, and ensuring readiness for plaster or paint application.
• Mix and apply plaster, render, or cement coatings on internal and external surfaces, ensuring smooth, even, and durable finishes.
• Tape, set, and finish plasterboard joints, cover screw and nail holes, sand surfaces, and prepare them for final coatings.
• Install cornices, mouldings, and decorative plaster elements, ensuring accuracy and alignment with building plans.
• Perform painting tasks including patching, colour matching, surface preparation, and applying high-quality final finishes.
• Create decorative or protective finishes such as texture coats, ornamental plasterwork, and mouldings.
• Repair and restore damaged plaster or wallboard surfaces, including heritage or heavily worn structures.
• Interpret drawings, plans, and measurements to determine plastering requirements.
• Use hand and power tools safely and effectively, including trowels, floats, sanders, mixers, and cutting tools.
• Collaborate with supervisors and other trades to ensure smooth project workflow and timely completion.
• Maintain a clean, organised, and safe work environment.
• Work both independently and as part of a team.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety regulations.

Requirements:

• Trade qualification in plastering or at least three years of full-time relevant experience.
• Proven experience as a Plasterer with additional painting skills.
• Drivers licence.
• Strong English language ability to understand instructions and communicate effectively.
• High attention to detail with pride in workmanship.
• Reliability, honesty, strong work ethic, and ability to work in a team.
• Desired: Experience working in residential and commercial construction environments.
• Desired: Ability to work at heights, in confined spaces, and in hot North Queensland conditions.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary (Minimum AUD $76,515 base as per the minimum Temporary Skilled Migration Income Threshold (TSMIT) + Superannuation).
• Specific role salary particulars discussed at the interview stage.
• Long-term, stable employment in a supportive team environment.
• Opportunities to work across diverse residential and commercial projects.

‍