Solid Plasterer

FM Render Texture Pty Ltd is providing cement rendering services within NSW. We are looking for a Solid Plasterer to join our team of experienced tradesmen while the business continues to grow.The ideal candidate will be well presented, well-spoken and driven to excel.

Salary range: $70,000 - $90,000 per annum plus superannuation

Role: Full-time

Location: Sydney, NSW

• Prepare interior and exterior walls and ceilings for plaster and cement by cleaning, taping and fixing any holes or cracks
• Mix plaster to desired consistency and to erect scaffolds.
• Apply coats of plaster to interior/ exterior walls, ceilings, and partitions of buildings to produce finished surface, using hand tools and portable power tools.
• Level and smoothen corners, walls, ceilings to uniform thickness.
• Mix and apply coats of plaster, cement and render to structures including colour matching and colour creation where required.
• Design the desired texture, create and fix ornamental and decorative plaster and recreate original designs when necessary.
• Repair and patch damaged or deteriorated areas, matching existing textures to maintain a seamless appearance.
• Calculating costs and estimating time scales, ordering materials and supplying to site in accordance with work programs.
• Preparing and fixing pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres and other plaster fittings.
• Set angles, screed walls, and carry out rendering tasks as required.
• Inspect work and materials for compliance with specifications, regulations and standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment and leave the site clean at the completion of work.
• Review and interpret plans, blueprints, architect's drawings and specifications to determine materials required.
• Determine plasterboard layouts, modify plasterboard, position panels and secure them to walls, ceilings and battens
• Insulate, fireproof and install vapour barriers.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• At least 3-5 years of experience in a similar role
• Have qualification in Cert III or IV in Solid Plastering. In absence of formal qualification, relevant work experience of minimum 3 years will be required. 

Skills and Competencies:

• Strong eye for detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and architect drawings
• Must be able to work with clients in a professional and courteous manner
• You will be expected to work independently or as part of a team
• Ability to work on heights
• Competent in using equipment and hand tools
• Must have White card 

Australian citizens and permanent residents are preferred.

• Flexible hours available
• 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
• Working rights required for this role
• Expected salary: $70,000 - $90,000 per year