Group
Occupation
362231 Plasterer (Wall and Ceiling)
Latest release
Consultation draft: Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO)
Reference period
July 2024
Released
25/07/2024
First release
362231 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.
Alternative titles
- Drywall Plasterer
- Wall and Ceiling Fixer
Specialisation
- Ceiling Fixer
ANZSCO skill level
This occupation has a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.
Australia
- Skill Level 3: AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, AQF Certificate IV, or at least three years of relevant experience
New Zealand
- Skill Level 3: NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience
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