1st Year Apprentice Plasterer

Central Coast Group Training; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 29,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Coast Group Training is seeking a 1st Year Plastering Apprentice for the Central Coast NSW area. This full-time 48-month apprenticeship involves on-site training with a host employer, start ASAP, and study through a Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining.

You will learn safety, setting, sheeting and finishing, with hands-on support from experienced tradespeople and regular check-ins by CCGT. RDOs apply and salary is paid weekly under apprentice rates.

Qualifications

• No plastering experience required.
• Willingness to learn and perform physical tasks.
• Fit and reliable with a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Learn site safety and tools handling while assisting experienced plasterers.
• Assist with sheeting, sanding and setting.
• Prepare walls and ceilings for plastering.
• Help install plasterboard and lining materials.
• Maintain and clean tools and work areas.
• Work to deadlines with the team.

Skills

Physical, hands-on work

White Card

Driver's licence

Own reliable vehicle

Job description

Central Coast Group Training - Central Coast NSW

No experience required

28d ago , from Central Coast Group Training

1st Year Plastering Apprentice | Central Coast NSW | Full-time | Start ASAP

The Opportunity

Like hands-on work, being active and seeing the results of what you have helped create?

CCGT is looking for a 1st Year Plastering Apprentice to join a small Central Coast-based plastering business.

This is a great opportunity to learn a practical trade while working on mostly residential projects, with some commercial work from time to time. You'll be part of a small, fast-paced team that takes pride in quality plastering work and getting the job done properly.

No previous plastering experience is needed. You just need to be fit, reliable, keen to learn and ready for physical work.

You will be employed by Central Coast Group Training (CCGT) and placed with the Host Employer for your day-to-day work. CCGT will support you throughout your apprenticeship while you complete a nationally recognised Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining through block release training.

This is a full-time apprenticeship over 48 months, generally working 7:00am to 4:06pm, Monday to Friday. RDOs apply.

What You'll Actually Be Doing

Your first few months will focus on learning site safety, getting familiar with tools and materials, and helping experienced plasterers with day-to-day tasks.

As your skills grow, you'll start learning how to:

• Assist with sheeting, sanding and setting
• Prepare walls and ceilings for plastering
• Clean, sand and tape surfaces
• Help install plasterboard and lining materials
• Use tools and equipment safely
• Maintain tools, materials and work areas
• Keep worksites clean, safe and organised
• Work to deadlines with the team
• Build accuracy and attention to detail

This is a very physical trade, so you'll be on your feet, lifting materials and working hands-on each day.

You will not be expected to know everything on day one. The goal is to listen, ask questions and keep improving.

Why This Is a Good Place to Start

You'll be learning with a small plastering team that offers:

• Real hands-on experience in residential plastering
• Exposure to some commercial plastering work
• Support from experienced tradespeople
• Practical training in sheeting, setting, sanding and finishing
• A fast-paced, customer-focused work environment
• A team that values quality, safety and attention to detail
• Regular CCGT check-ins throughout your apprenticeship

You'll also receive paid full-time employment, on-the-job training and support from CCGT throughout your apprenticeship.

After your apprenticeship, career pathways may include Qualified Plasterer, Wall and Ceiling Liner, Tradesperson, Leading Hand or Plastering Business Owner.

What We're Looking For

This role could suit you if you:

• Enjoy physical, hands-on work
• Are interested in plastering or the building industry
• Turn up on time and are ready to learn
• Listen carefully and follow instructions
• Ask questions when you are unsure
• Work safely and respect the team around you
• Have good attention to detail
• Are fit, friendly and keen to work
• Can handle a fast-paced work environment
• Have a White Card
• Have a driver's licence
• Have your own reliable vehicle

School projects, work experience, sport, volunteering, helping family, outdoor work or practical hobbies all count. Include anything that shows you are reliable, hands-on and willing to have a go.

Pay

This is a paid, full-time apprenticeship. Current first-year apprentice rates are:

• $703.19 per week for [Under 21 Completed Yr 12]
• $647.23 per week for [Under 21 not completed Yr 12]
• $1101.18 per week for [Adult rates - Over 21]

Rates are before tax and based on 38 ordinary hours per week. Your exact rate will depend on the applicable apprenticeship classification and will be confirmed before an employment offer is made. Superannuation and any applicable overtime, penalty rates and allowances are paid in addition. Once qualified your earning capacity can be up to $90,000 pa

What's Next?

• Apply online
• CCGT will contact you for a quick phone chat
• You may meet with CCGT
• You may then meet the Host Employer
• If it is the right fit, CCGT will help you get started

Questions?

Contact Brookeon 02 4353 2*** or ***********@ccgt.com.au.

Applications close: 5:00pm 24 September 2026. Don't wait! Applications are being reviewed as they come in and the role may be filled before the closing date.

Additional information

• Get paid to learn a practical trade in wall and ceiling lining
• Work on residential plastering projects across the Central Coast
• Build hands-on skills in sheeting, setting, sanding and finishing

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