Plasterer

Knauf is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of modern insulation materials, drylining systems, plasters and accessories, thermal insulation composite systems, floor screed, floor systems, and construction equipment and tools. With more than 250 production facilities and sales organizations in over 90 countries, 40,000 employees worldwide. The Knauf Group is without doubt one of the big players on the market – in Europe, the USA, South America, Asia, Africa, and Australia.

About the role:

Knauf has an exciting new opportunity for a Plasterer to join the Knauf Linings team based in Pinkenba, QLD. Reporting to the contracting area manager you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional plastering solutions for a wide range of commercial and residential projects across QLD.

This is a great opportunity to join our high performing business based which is based in Pinkenba, QLD. We believe in strength through diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive, respectful and fair working environment; encouraging applications from women, Aboriginal Australians, and people of all backgrounds and beliefs to apply for our positions.

Role responsibilities:

• Determining plasterboard layout
• Measuring, marking, cutting, 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 moldings, ceiling centres and other                   plaster fittings
• Covering joints and screw fittings 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 levelling and smoothing coats to uniform thickness
• Plumbing and straightening corners, angles and wall ceiling surfaces
• Creating decorative textures in finishing coats
• Applying and finishing acoustic, insulating and fireproofing materials

Candidate requirements:

• Strong knowledge of all aspects of plastering skills (5 years experience preferred)
• Commercial and residential building experience
• Experience with plastering and framing
• Experience with suspended ceilings, patching, sanding hanging sheets, stopping         up, working with metal and timber frames
• Hard working can do attitude
• Knowledge using various computer systems, apps & emails
• Understanding of HSE requirements

On offer:

• Excellent Salary offered (base + super)
• Yearly pay review
• 14-week Parental Leave
• High organic internal growth promoted within

Knauf values and is committed to creating a diverse working environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. As part of the recruitment process successful applicants will be required to complete pre-employment screening which may include a medical and police clearance. Applicants must also have entitlements to work in Australia