At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist qualified plasterers with installing walls and ceilings while gaining hands-on experience.
- Company: Skillinvest, a leader in apprenticeships and trades training.
- Benefits: Full-time apprenticeship with weekly wage, superannuation, and leave entitlements.
- Other info: Great opportunity for school-leavers to learn and grow in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in the building industry with on-the-job training and mentorship.
- Qualifications: Genuine interest in plastering, reliable, and physically fit for manual work.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 $ per year.
Weekly Wage + Superannuation + Leave entitlements
Full-time apprenticeship commencing in February 2027. Great opportunity for school-leavers or anyone looking to kickstart your career. On the job training – no requirements to travel for trade school.
YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY STARTS HERE
Skillinvest is seeking a motivated Plastering Apprentice to join a host business in Ararat. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical skills, gain industry experience, and work alongside experienced tradespeople within the building and construction industry.
WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING
- Assist qualified plasterers with installing walls and ceilings
- Measure, cut and fit plasterboard and other materials
- Prepare surfaces and apply plaster and finishing products
- Use hand and power tools safely while maintaining a clean worksite
- Gain experience working on modern builds and heritage restoration projects, helping to preserve and repair historic buildings and decorative plaster features
IS THIS YOU?
- Genuine interest in learning the plastering trade
- Reliable, punctual and committed to completing an apprenticeship
- Physically fit and capable of undertaking manual work
- Current driver’s licence (or close to obtaining) and reliable transport
- White Card (Construction Induction Card) or willingness to obtain prior to commencement
FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please contact Tamira Cullinan on 0408 109 *** for a confidential discussion.
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION
To be eligible to receive an Apprenticeship or Traineeship and the government funding, candidates must be a citizen or permanent resident of Australia. New Zealand citizens must have resided in Australia for over 6 months to be eligible.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE Monday 2 November 2026. We appreciate all applications; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Skillinvest is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, promoting diversity and inclusivity in the workplace. We invite applications from all suitable candidates.
Apprentice Plasterer in Ararat employer: Skillinvest
Skillinvest is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and development of its employees while fostering a supportive and inclusive work culture. With a flexible base location in Ballarat or Horsham, Apprenticeship Consultants enjoy the autonomy to manage their own portfolios and schedules, alongside competitive benefits such as a company vehicle and excess leave days. Joining Skillinvest means being part of a values-driven not-for-profit organisation dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the community through strong partnerships with local businesses and a commitment to developing skilled workforces.
