Glazier

Housing Industry Association Limited; New South Wales; Hybrid; AUD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Facade Group Australia Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled Glazier to carry out practical glass and façade glazing installation on residential and commercial projects, reporting to the Glazier Supervisor and site teams.

You will read construction drawings, measure, cut, fit, seal, and ensure quality and safety standards are met, with options to mentor junior staff. This role requires strong teamwork and strict adherence to WHS practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years hands-on glazing experience.
• Bachelor qualification highly regarded but not compulsory.
• Experience as Glazier Supervisor or similar supervisory role preferred.
• Ability to read drawings and specs.
• Knowledge of Australian Standards and WHS.

Responsibilities

• Measure, cut, prepare, fit and install glass panels, windows and façade glazing.
• Read drawings, shop drawings and specs to identify installation requirements.
• Inspect glass and materials for defects and prepare frames.
• Install glazing in aluminium frames, curtain walls and other structures.
• Follow SWMS and WHS requirements.
• Work with supervisors and trades to complete installations on schedule.
• Provide guidance to junior glaziers.
• Monitor progress and conduct quality inspections.
• Ensure compliance with project specs and building regulations.

Skills

Glazing installation

Reading drawings

Quality & safety

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Aluminium framing

Education

Bachelor in construction management or related field

Job description

• Carry out practical glass and façade glazing installation work on residential and commercial projects.
• Read construction drawings and specifications to identify installation requirements.
• Inspect materials and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.

About Us:

Trinity Facade Group Australia Pty Ltd is a façade and construction contractor specialising in glazing, façade systems and related construction works. We deliver residential and commercial construction projects, with a strong focus on quality workmanship, workplace safety and efficient project delivery.

About the Role – Glaziers:

Glaziers will carry out practical glass and façade glazing installation work on residential and commercial construction projects, working with the Glazier Supervisor and site teams to meet quality, safety and project requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Measure, cut, prepare, fit and install glass panels, windows, doors and commercial façade glazing systems.
• Read construction drawings, shop drawings and technical specifications to identify dimensions, materials and installation requirements.
• Inspect glass and materials for defects and prepare frames and surfaces before installation.
• Install and secure glazing in aluminium frames, curtain walls and other architectural glazing structures.
• Cut and trim glass, remove excess glass and smooth rough edges using appropriate glazing tools and equipment.
• Complete sealing, finishing, adjustments and quality checks to achieve required workmanship standards.
• Follow Safe Work Method Statements (SWMS), workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements and site-specific procedures.
• Work cooperatively with supervisors, installers and other trades to complete installations on schedule.
• May provide technical guidance and practical assistance to junior glaziers, installers, labourers and subcontractors in relation to glazing installation activities.
• May Monitor installation progress and conduct quality inspections to ensure compliance with project specifications, relevant Australian Standards and building regulations.
• May monitor safety compliance during glazing activities, particularly working at heights, glass handling, lifting operations and use of access equipment.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• A minimum of three (3) years of hands-on glazing experience, preferably in commercial glazing and façade installation.
• A Bachelor qualification in construction management, civil engineering, building, project management or a closely related discipline – this is not compulsory but highly regarded.
• Previous experience as a Glazier Supervisor, Leading Hand Glazier or similar supervisory role will be highly regarded.
• Sound skills in glass measuring, cutting, fitting, sealing and finishing, including aluminium glazing systems.
• Ability to read and follow construction drawings, specifications and installation instructions.
• Understanding of safe glass handling, site safety requirements and relevant Australian Standards.
• Previous experience as a Safety Officer or in a Work Health and Safety (WHS) role within the construction industry will be highly regarded.
• Good teamwork, communication, attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Current driver’s licence is desirable.

Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Driving licence (desirable)
• Glass cutting
• Glass fitting
• Glass measurement
• Installation of glass panels and facade systems
• Knowledge of australian standards and building regulations
• Problem solving
• Reading and interpreting technical specifications
• Reading construction drawings
• Sealing and finishing
• Teamwork and communication
• Use of glazing tools and equipment
• Working at heights and access equipment
• Workplace safety and whs compliance