Solid Plasterer - Baba Construction Pty Ltd

Baba Construction Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Baba Construction Pty Ltd in Officer, Victoria is seeking a Renderer (Solid Plaster) to join its construction team on a full-time basis. You will prepare surfaces, mix rendering compounds and apply plaster/render to internal and external structures, delivering durable, weather-resistant finishes across residential and commercial projects.

The role requires a Certificate III in Solid Plastering or equivalent and a minimum 12 months' relevant experience, with the ability to interpret drawings and

Qualifications

• Certificate III in Solid Plastering or equivalent trade qualification.
• Minimum 12 months' recent, directly relevant experience as Renderer/Solid Plasterer.
• Experience preparing surfaces, mixing rendering compounds and applying plaster/render to structures.
• Experience levelling and smoothing render, installing corner beads and achieving consistent finishes.

Responsibilities

• Read drawings to determine rendering requirements and materials.
• Prepare surfaces by cleaning and repairing defects.
• Mix plaster, cement, render and related compounds.
• Apply plaster and render to walls, ceilings and exterior facades.
• Level and smooth coats for consistent thickness and finishes.
• Install corner beads and form straight edges per specs.
• Apply finishing coats and decorative textures.
• Repair cracked plaster and render to match surrounding finishes.
• Inspect work and rectify imperfections to maintain quality.
• Prepare surfaces for Hebel panel installations and ensure adhesion.
• Coordinate rendering with supervisors and other trades to maintain schedules.
• Clean and maintain tools and equipment; follow safety procedures.
• Assess surface conditions and select rendering techniques for durable finishes.

Skills

Surface preparation

Reading drawings

Render material mixing

Finish quality control

Education

Certificate III in Solid Plastering

Job description

Position: Renderer (Solid Plaster)

Position Type: Full Time

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 p/a plus Super

Employer Name: Baba Construction Pty Ltd

A.B.N. 26 698 149 094

Job Location: 30 Bauera Rd, Officer, VIC, 3809, AUSTRALIA

Advertising Period: 28 days - 19 Oct 2026 > 16 Nov 2026

Summary

Our client Baba Construction Pty Ltd is seeking to add a Renderer (Solid Plaster) to its construction team based in Officer, Victoria. Specialising in professional rendering, decorative texture finishes and Hebel panel installations, the company delivers residential and commercial construction solutions. The successful applicant will contribute to surface preparation, quality rendering applications and durable, weather-resistant finishes across a range of building projects.

The typical job responsibilities will include, but are not limited to the following:

• Read construction drawings and specifications to determine rendering requirements, surface finishes and suitable materials.
• Prepare internal and external surfaces by cleaning, removing loose materials and repairing existing defects.
• Mix plaster, cement, render and associated compounds to achieve the required consistency and application properties.
• Apply plaster and render to walls, ceilings and exterior facades using appropriate tools and equipment.
• Level and smooth applied coats to achieve consistent thickness, even surfaces and specified finishes.
• Install corner beads and form straight corners, angles and edges to construction specifications.
• Apply finishing coats and decorative textures to achieve the required appearance and surface protection.
• Repair cracked or damaged plaster and render, matching repaired areas with surrounding finishes.
• Inspect completed rendering work and rectify surface imperfections to maintain consistent workmanship standards.
• Apply suitable bonding agents and surface treatments to ensure effective adhesion of rendering materials.
• Prepare and finish rendered surfaces around Hebel panel installations and associated building elements.
• Coordinate rendering activities with supervisors and other trades to maintain construction schedules and workflow.
• Clean, inspect and maintain plastering tools and equipment in accordance with operational and safety requirements.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain clean, organised and hazard-free construction areas.
• Assess surface conditions and select appropriate rendering techniques for durable, weather-resistant interior and exterior finishes.

Applicants must meet the following minimum requirements to be considered for the role:

• Relevant Certificate III in Solid Plastering or an equivalent trade qualification, or demonstrable experience appropriate to the occupation.
• Minimum 12 months' recent, directly relevant experience working as a Renderer, Solid Plasterer or in a closely comparable role.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare surfaces, mix rendering compounds and apply plaster or cement render to building structures.
• Practical experience levelling and smoothing render, installing corner beads and achieving consistent surface finishes and decorative textures.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, job specifications and instructions to determine suitable materials and application methods.
• Experience identifying and repairing cracked or damaged plaster, correcting imperfections and maintaining consistent workmanship across projects.
• Sound understanding of construction site safety requirements, including possession of a valid General Construction Induction Card.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with site supervisors and other trades while maintaining quality and project schedules.

Due to the volume of applicants, only those meeting the minimum standards will be considered and only successful applicants will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in the role.