Plasterer

Daniel Owen; Blandford Forum; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment consultancy for construction roles is seeking an experienced Plasterer in Blandford Forum. You will apply and finish various plaster materials, fix plasterboard, and create decorative textures. The role requires NVQ level 2 or 5 years of experience as a plasterer. This full-time position offers a salary up to £34,000 and various benefits, including a tool allowance, company van, and 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

Benefits

Salary up to £34,000

£200 yearly Tool Allowance

Uniform & PPE

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays

Option to buy or sell holiday

Company van and fuel card

iPhone and iPad

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role is mandatory.
• Qualification to at least NVQ level 2 or 5 years proven experience as a plasterer.

Responsibilities

• Applying and finishing acoustic, insulating, and fireproofing materials.
• Fixing plasterboard and determining layout.
• Creating decorative textures in finishing coats.

Skills

Applying plaster

Mixing plaster

Finishing techniques

Measuring and cutting plasterboard

Education

NVQ level 2

Tools

Plastering tools

Job description

Plasterer

Plasterer - Blandford_1754491650 Posted: 08/06/2025

Responsibilities:

1. Applying and finishing acoustic, insulating, and fireproofing materials bonded with plaster, plastic cement, and similar materials.
2. Fixing pre-cast cornices, panel mouldings, coving, ceiling centres, and other plaster fittings; determining plasterboard layout; installing insulation and vapour barriers.
3. Plumbing and straightening corners, angles, wall and ceiling surfaces; creating decorative textures in finishing coats.
4. Measuring, marking, and cutting plasterboard; lifting and positioning panels; securing them to walls, ceilings, and battens.
5. Covering joins and nail holes with wet plaster and sealing compounds; smoothing with wet brushes and sandpaper.
6. Mixing and applying coats of plaster, cement, and render; levelling and smoothing coats to uniform thickness.
7. Additional tasks include damp & mould repairs, plastering, tiling, and decorating.

Requirements:

Experience in a similar role; qualified to at least NVQ level 2 or have a minimum of 5 years proven experience as a plasterer.

This is a full-time role, 40 hours per week.

Benefits:

• Salary up to £34,000
• £200 yearly Tool Allowance
• Uniform & PPE
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays (with an extra day every year up to 30 days)
• Option to buy or sell holiday as part of flexible benefits
• Company van and fuel card
• iPhone and iPad

About us:

Daniel Owen is a recruitment consultancy specializing in placing quality temporary and permanent workers in the Built Environment, working with some of the UK's largest construction, maintenance, and engineering companies.