Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling)
- Classification
- Occupation
- Skill level
- 3
- Major group
- Technicians and Trades Workers
Classification
- Major group
- 3Technicians and Trades Workers
- Sub-major group
- 36Building Completion and Related Trades Workers
- Minor group
- 362Glaziers, Plasterers and Tilers
- Unit group
- 3622Plasterers and Renderers
Description
Applies and fixes plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire rating systems, acoustic ceiling panels and composite wall linings to buildings.
Alternative titles
- Drywall Plasterer
- Wall and Ceiling Fixer
Specialisations
- Ceiling Fixer
Unit group
3622 · Plasterers and RenderersDescription
Apply and fix plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire rating systems, acoustic ceiling panels and composite wall linings to buildings, and apply decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement and similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of structures.
Skill level
Australia
3
Occupation skill level 3
Tasks
Tasks include
- 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
Occupations in this unit group
Sources
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/browse-classification/3/36/362/3622
- www.abs.gov.au/statistics/classifications/osca-occupation-standard-classification-australia/2024-version-1-0/data-downloads/OSCA%20Category%20Descriptions.xlsx
