Apprentice Wall + Ceiling Liners

Apply now for a Fibrous Plasterer Apprenticeship with East Coast Apprenticeships

With multiple vacancies on the Sunshine Coast, we're on the lookout for a passionate and driven individual to join our team as a Plastering Apprentice. This is your chance to dive into the plastering trade, working alongside seasoned pros to master the skills and techniques that make a top-notch qualified plasterer.

As an Apprentice Plasterer with ECA:

• You can expect to work full-time, 40 hours per week + the opportunity to accrue an RDO each month.
• Become trade qualified and earn your Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining.
• Apprenticeship duration: 4 years

As a plastering apprentice, you'll be engaged in a variety of tasks, including:

• Installing plasterboard on walls and ceilings, ensuring precise placement.
• Fixing standard plasterboard sheets on walls and ceilings, securing them effectively.
• Reading and interpreting plans to execute tasks accurately.
• Achieving seamless finishes on plasterboard joins for a polished look.
• Cutting and installing cornices to enhance the aesthetic appeal.
• Planning plasterboard layout, incorporating insulation and vapour barriers.
• Measuring, marking, cutting, and installing plasterboard panels securely.
• Attaching pre-cast plaster fittings such as cornices, ceiling centres, and more.
• Expertly covering joins and nail holes with wet plaster and sealing compounds.
• Mixing and applying plaster, cement, and render using trowels for uniform coats.
• Applying and finishing specialised materials like acoustic, insulating, and fireproofing compounds.

To excel as an apprentice, applicants will ideally meet the following criteria:

• A genuine passion for learning the ins and outs of plastering.
• Attention to Detail and problem-solving capabilities
• Physical Stamina: Apprenticeship requires lifting, positioning, and hands-on work.
• Team Player: Collaboration with experienced plasterers and fellow apprentices.
• Willingness to learn from mentors and adapt to different tasks.
• Basic Math Skills: Necessary for measurements and calculations.
• Safety Awareness
• Solid communication skills and reliability
• Must hold a Construction White Card or able to obtain at short notice
• Hold a current Australian Drivers License (Minimum Provisional) & have own reliable transport

As an apprentice with ECA, you will enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Award wages (paid fortnightly) + Super + Holiday Leave Loading + Allowances
• Paid TAFE block periods + Work shirts provided + Safety Equipment
• Long-term career prospects for the right candidate
• A dedicated Field Officer assigned for full mentoring and support during your apprenticeship, as well as a full team of staff overseeing your apprenticeship, ensuring you only need to focus on your work and college
• Genuine support for your personal wellbeing, including access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• A large network of Host Employers looking to host enthusiastic apprentices and help them become trade qualified

Modern Award rates apply

Access the PACT Calculator via Fairwork Website to help you understand your hourly rate. The PACT calculator can be found at

Please note, to be eligible you must be an Australian citizen, Permanent resident, or hold a valid visa that allows you to work and undertake training in Australia.

**Successful applicants will be contacted for an interview**

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: $18.00 – $28.00 per hour

Licence/Certification:

• Driver Licence (Preferred)
• White Card (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person