Wall and Floor Tiler Trainee — ANZSCO 333411

Signet Employment Hub; Sydney; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Signet Employment Hub invites applications for a Wall and Floor Tiler Trainee to undertake structured workplace-based training under the supervision of qualified tradespeople. The program emphasises preparation, installation, finishing and maintenance of tiled surfaces in line with Australian requirements.

You will study plans, measure layouts, prepare surfaces, apply adhesives, cut tiles, install various tile types, grout and waterproofing, finishing to the required standard while maintaining a

Qualifications

• Candidates should have relevant education, training, qualifications and/or experience in wall and floor tiling.
• Willingness to undertake further occupational training.
• Ability to work under supervision and follow safety rules.

Responsibilities

• Study plans, specifications and work instructions to determine materials and installation procedures.
• Measure and mark surfaces to establish tile layouts.
• Prepare surfaces for tiling.
• Apply adhesives and position tiles.
• Cut and shape tiles using hand and power tools.
• Install ceramic, clay, slate, marble, glass and other tiles.
• Ensure tiles are aligned, level and spaced.
• Grout tiled surfaces and remove excess grout.
• Apply waterproofing systems.
• Complete finishing work to required standards.
• Clean and maintain the work area.
• Use tiling tools safely and follow health and safety procedures.
• Follow workplace procedures.

Skills

Surface preparation

Measurement

Tile cutting

Waterproofing

Tool safety

Education

Tiling education/experience

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Purpose

The Wall and Floor Tiler Trainee will undertake structured workplace-based occupational training designed to improve practical skills and competency in the occupation of Wall and Floor Tiler. Training will be undertaken under the supervision of appropriately qualified and experienced tradespeople in an Australian workplace environment. The training will focus on developing competency in the preparation, installation, finishing and maintenance of tiled surfaces in accordance with workplace procedures, relevant specifications and applicable Australian requirements.

Training and Duties

Under supervision, the trainee will develop skills in: Studying plans, specifications and work instructions to determine materials, dimensions and installation procedures.

• Measuring and marking surfaces to establish tile layouts.
• Preparing surfaces for tiling.
• Preparing and applying adhesives and other appropriate materials.
• Spreading adhesive onto prepared surfaces and positioning tiles.
• Cutting and shaping tiles using appropriate hand and power tools.
• Installing ceramic, clay, slate, marble, glass and other appropriate tiles.
• Ensuring tiles are correctly aligned, levelled and spaced.
• Grouting tiled surfaces and removing excess grout.
• Applying appropriate waterproofing systems.
• Completing finishing work to achieve the required standard.
• Cleaning and maintaining the work area.
• Using tools and equipment safely and appropriately.
• Following workplace health and safety procedures.

Training Outcomes

By completion of the training program, the trainee is expected to demonstrate improved competency in:

• Surface preparation
• Measurement and set-out
• Tile selection and preparation
• Tile cutting and installation
• Adhesive application
• Alignment and spacing
• Grouting and finishing
• Waterproofing procedures
• Safe use of tiling tools and equipment
• Australian workplace practices

Supervision

The trainee will undertake practical activities under the direction and supervision of appropriately qualified and experienced personnel. The level and complexity of tasks will increase progressively according to the trainee's demonstrated skills and competency.

Candidate Requirements

Candidates should have relevant education, training, qualifications and/or experience in wall and floor tiling and demonstrate a genuine need to undertake further occupational training.