Plasterer
Apply plaster to internal and external surfaces using a range of techniques
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- What's it like to be a Plasterer?
- How to become a Plasterer
- Latest Plasterer jobs
- Top skills and experience for Plasterers
- Is Plasterer the right role for you?
- Plasterer role reviews
What's it like to be a Plasterer?
Plasterers paste layers of plaster onto floors, ceilings and walls. When it’s applied to a building, plaster serves dual functions of structural reinforcement and the implementation of a design aesthetic.
Tasks and duties
- Measuring and cutting plasterboard.
- Positioning and securing the panels to the walls and ceiling.
- Preparing and securing corner beads.
- Securing panel mouldings, cornices, ceiling centres and other kinds of plaster fittings.
- Pasting coats of plaster, render and cement using trowels.
- Levelling and smoothing plaster layers.
- Covering and smoothing over nail holes and joins, using plaster, sealing compounds and sandpaper.
- Applying finishing coats and adding decorative effects.
- Applying fireproofing, acoustic and insulating materials bonded with plaster.
How to become a Plasterer
You need to complete an apprenticeship to become a Plasterer, which will require completion of year 10.
- Enrol in a Certificate III In Solid Plastering (CPC31011).The course will take 2-3 years to complete as part of an apprenticeship (depending on the provider or employer).
- If you’re interested in continuing to learn about building and construction generally, you could apply for and complete a Diploma of Building and Construction (Building) (CPC50210).
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Skills and experience employers are looking for
Having the right skills and experience can make you an in-demand applicant. Plasterer employers on SEEK are looking for job seekers with expertise in the following areas. Plastering
Construction Induction White Card
Sanding
Insulation
Installation
Drivers Licence
Framing
Precasting
Punctual
Acoustics
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Latest Plasterer reviews
Aug 2019
Plastering is not for everybody but I really enjoyed it
Reviewer's QualificationCompleted Year 9
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeI'm self-employed
SpecialisationPlastering
The good thingsPlastering is a very physical job it will keep you strong and fit you also get to travel a lot and get to see different places
The challengesPlastering is challenging on your body puts a lot of strain on your back neck and shoulders a well as your knees
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Dec 2023
Hard work but enjoyable
Reviewer's QualificationCertificate II in Trades Assistant
Experience10+ years
Organisation sizeI'm self-employed
SpecialisationConstruction
The good thingsWorking for yourself can be extremely flexable, is if you need a day off no need to ask the boss !!! As u are the boss
The challengesGreat job satisfaction walking out of a finished house, knowing what it looked like when I started the house
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