Ready for a fresh coat on your career?
As an apprentice, you'll have the opportunity to learn directly from experienced professionals and gain hands-on experience in all aspects of solid plastering—building your skills from the ground up.
We are a close-knit team where a positive attitude and a good sense of humour are always welcomed. This is more than just a job; it's the start of a long-term career in the construction industry, equipping you with skills that are—and will always be—in high demand.
What You'll Learn
Hands-on training across all aspects of the trade, including:
• Traditional sand/cement & acrylic render
• Texture finishes
• Microcement application
• Reading site plans & drawings
• High-quality surface preparation
• Maintaining a clean and safe work environment
What We're Looking For
• A genuine interest in the building trades and a desire to learn the art of plastering
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to producing high quality work
• Good work ethic and willingness to learn
• Physically fit and comfortable with manual labour
• Reliable, punctual, and able to closely follow instructions
• Good communication and teamwork skills
• White Card (or willingness to obtain one if successful)
• A current driver's licence and own transport
What We Offer
• Full apprenticeship with structured TAFE training
• Supportive family-run team environment
• Exposure to high-quality workmanship and specialty finishes
• Consistent work across varied projects
• On completion a nationally recognised Certificate III in Solid Plastering
• Opportunities for growth once qualified
Novaskill is a dedicated not-for-profit Registered Training Organisation and Group Training Organisation (RTO>O) committed to enriching lives and building futures. With a presence across six locations from Northern NSW to the Central Coast, we offer diverse Vocational Education and Training Pathways.
For over 45 years, Novaskill has created exceptional career opportunities for thousands of apprentices and trainees. We drive positive change and create lasting pathways to success.
If you're interested in the role, reach out to our GTO Recruitment Team to request more information -
Alternatively, please apply directly via Seek.
For your application to be considered for this position, it is essential to include a cover letter along with your resume.
What else is involved?
After submitting your online application, you may be invited by Novaskill via SMS or phone call to complete online testing, interviews, and pre-employment medicals.
We'll also contact your references if you progress through these early recruitment stages.
Please be sure to check your emails (including your junk folder) and respond to missed phone calls, voicemail messages and text messages.
Regrettably, due to the high volume of applications, we can only get in touch with candidates who have been shortlisted.