Wall and Floor Tiler

As Wall and Floor Tiler, you will be responsible for installing ceramic, porcelain, marble, granite and other types of tiles on walls, floors and other surfaces according to blueprints, specifications, and building codes. You will work closely with various carpentry teams to ensure seamless integration of tiling projects into overall construction projects.

The role requires a mature and enthusiastic work attitude and should have a commitment for long-term employment.

Benefits

Salary: $76,515 - $90,000 plus Super depending on experience

Task & responsibilities

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examine and interpret plans to determine layout of tiles and materials required.

• Measure and mark surfaces accurately to guide tile placement.

• Prepare wall and floor surfaces by removing existing tiles, grout, and adhesives; filling holes and

cracks; and thoroughly cleaning surfaces.

• Apply waterproofing systems to ensure moisture protection and compliance with industry

standards.

• Spread tile adhesive evenly over prepared surfaces using appropriate hand tools.

• Lay tiles in position while ensuring correct alignment and spacing using levels, spacers, and other

precision tools.

• Cut and shape tiles using manual and power tile-cutting tools for fitting around edges, corners,

and fixed objects like pipes and fittings.

• Grout and seal joints between tiles after adhesive sets, ensuring a uniform and neat appearance.

• Clean excess grout and surface residue to maintain a high-quality finish.

• Install specialised flooring such as granolithic, terrazzo, or cement-based compositions when

required.

• Lay coloured tiles to form mosaics or decorative patterns as specified by design plans.

Qualification & experience

• At least Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling or equivalent OR 3 years of relevant work

experience if without formal qualifications

• White Card (Construction Induction Card).

• Driver Licence preferred