Plasterers and Renderers (ANZSCO 3332) are professionals who specialize in the application and fixing of plasterboard partitions, suspended ceilings, fire rating systems, acoustic ceiling panels, and composite wall linings to buildings. They are also responsible for applying decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement, and similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of structures.

Indicative Skill Level:

Most occupations in the Plasterers and Renderers unit group require a level of skill that corresponds with the qualifications and experience outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 4 qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)

It is important to note that at least three years of relevant experience can be substituted for the formal qualifications mentioned above. In some cases, additional relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required alongside the formal qualification. Registration or licensing may also be a requirement for this occupation.

Tasks Include:

• Determining plasterboard layout, and installing insulation and vapour barriers
• Measuring, marking, and cutting plasterboard, lifting and positioning plasterboard, and securing them to walls, ceilings, and battens
• Preparing corner beads and securing them in position
• Fixing plaster and paper cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres, and other plaster fittings
• Covering joints and screw fixings with wet plaster and sealing compounds, and smoothing them using wet brushes and sandpaper
• Mixing and applying coats of plaster, cement, and render to structures using trowels, and leveling and smoothing coats to uniform thickness
• Plumbing and straightening corners, angles, and wall and ceiling surfaces
• Creating decorative textures in finishing coats
• Applying and finishing acoustic, insulating, and fireproofing materials

Occupations:

• 333211 Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling)
• 333212 Renderer (Solid Plaster)

333211 Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling)

Alternative Titles:

• Drywall Plasterer
• Wall and Ceiling Fixer

A Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling) 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. This occupation requires a Skill Level of 3. A specialization within this occupation is Ceiling Fixer.

333212 Renderer (Solid Plaster)

Alternative Title:

• Solid Plasterer

A Renderer (Solid Plaster) applies decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement, and similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of structures. Registration or licensing may be required. This occupation requires a Skill Level of 3.