Apprentice Fibrous Plasterer

Apply now for a Fibrous Plasterer Apprenticeship with East Coast Apprenticeships!

We're on the lookout for a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a Plastering Apprentice. This is your chance to dive into the plastering trade, working alongside seasoned pros to master the skills and techniques that make a top-notch qualified plasterer.

As an Apprentice Plasterer with ECA:

• You can expect to work full-time, 40 hours per week + the opportunity to accrue an RDO each month.
• Become trade qualified and earn your Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining.
• Apprenticeship duration: 4 years

As a plastering apprentice, you'll be engaged in a variety of tasks, including:

• Installing plasterboard on walls and ceilings, ensuring precise placement.
• Fixing standard plasterboard sheets on walls and ceilings, securing them effectively.
• Reading and interpreting plans to execute tasks accurately.
• Achieving seamless finishes on plasterboard joins for a polished look.
• Cutting and installing cornices to enhance the aesthetic appeal.
• Planning plasterboard layout, incorporating insulation and vapour barriers.
• Measuring, marking, cutting, and installing plasterboard panels securely.
• Attaching pre-cast plaster fittings such as cornices, ceiling centres, and more.
• Expertly covering joins and nail holes with wet plaster and sealing compounds.
• Mixing and applying plaster, cement, and render using trowels for uniform coats.
• Applying and finishing specialised materials like acoustic, insulating, and fireproofing compounds.

To excel as an apprentice, applicants will ideally meet the following criteria:

• A genuine passion for learning the ins and outs of plastering.
• Attention to Detail and problem-solving capabilities
• Physical Stamina: Apprenticeship requires lifting, positioning, and hands-on work.
• Team Player: Collaboration with experienced plasterers and fellow apprentices.
• Willingness to learn from mentors and adapt to different tasks.
• Basic Math Skills: Necessary for measurements and calculations.
• Safety Awareness:.
• Solid communication skills and reliability
• Must hold a Construction White Card or able to obtain at short notice
• Hold a current Australian Drivers License (Minimum Provisional) & have own reliable transport

As an apprentice with ECA, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Award wages (paid fortnightly) + Super + Holiday Leave Loading + Allowances
• Paid TAFE block periods + Work shirts provided + Safety Equipment
• Long-term career prospects for the right candidate
• A dedicated Field Officer assigned for full mentoring and support during your apprenticeship, as well as a full team of staff overseeing your apprenticeship, ensuring you only need to focus on your work and college
• Genuine support for your personal wellbeing, including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A large network of Host Employers looking to host enthusiastic apprentices and help them become trade qualified

Modern Award rates apply

• Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate.

Eligibility:

• Please note, to be eligible you must be an Australian citizen, Permanent resident, or hold a valid visa that allows you to work and undertake training in Australia.

At East Coast Apprenticeships, we are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.