4415-11	Solid Plasterer
	Cement Plasterer
	Cement Renderer

Applies decorative and protective coverings of plaster, cement or similar materials to the interiors and exteriors of structures.

Skill Level:
The entry requirement for this occupation is an AQF Certificate III or higher qualification. Registration or licensing may be required.

Tasks Include:

• mixes plaster and cement
• applies coats of plaster to structures using trowels, and levels and smooths coats to uniform thickness
• plumbs and straightens corners, angles and wall and ceiling surfaces
• applies finishing coats of plaster and smooths surfaces
• creates decorative textures in finishing coats
• applies and finishes acoustic, insulating and fireproofing materials bonded with plaster, plastic cement and similar materials
• may spray or apply protective glazes, water-proofing coats or vermiculite to structures or covered surfaces
• may fix pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, ceiling centres and other plaster fittings
• may lay floors of granolithic, terrazzo, cement or similar composition or finish concrete floors
• may erect scaffolds and trestles