Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling) – OSCA 362231

Applies and fixes plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire rating systems, acoustic ceiling panels and composite wall linings to buildings.

  • Registration or licensing may be required.

    Alternative titles

    • Drywall Plasterer
    • Wall and Ceiling Fixer

    Specialisation

    • Ceiling Fixer

    Skill level: 3

    Main tasks

    • Determines plasterboard layout, and installs insulation and vapour barriers
    • Measures, marks and cuts plasterboard, lifts and positions panels, and secures them to walls, ceilings and battens
    • Prepares corner beads and secures them into position
    • Covers joins and nail holes with wet plaster, joint tape and sealing compound, then smooths them using wet brush and sandpaper
    • Plumbs and straightens corners, angles and wall ceiling surfaces
    • Applies and finishes acoustic, insulating and fireproofing materials bonded with plaster, plastic cement and similar materials

Job Outlook

  • $2068

    Weekly Earnings

  • 68%

    Work full time hours

  • strong

    Growth expected in the next 5 years

  • 55% female

    Gender share

  • 51 hours

    Average full-time

  • high skill

    Skill level rating

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