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A Wall and Ceiling Installer fits plasterboard in various projects, requiring physical fitness, technical skills, and teamwork.

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      This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.

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  • This role has a low level of AI exposure. Core skills such as adaptability, social intelligence, and complex physical tasks remain beyond the capabilities of current AI.
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AI exposure data adapted from Felten, Raj & Seamans (2021). Shortage data sourced from Jobs and Skills Australia (2024).

How do I become a Wall and Ceiling Installer?

Get qualified to work as a Wall and Ceiling Installer with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.

Common questions

In Australia, a full time Wall and Ceiling Installer generally earns $1,250 per week ($65,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

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This industry has experienced a decrease in employment numbers over the last five years. There are currently 31,200 people working in this field in Australia and many of them specialise as a Wall and Ceiling Installer. Wall and Ceiling Installers may find work across all regions of Australia.

Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights

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A Certificate III in Wall and Ceiling Lining is an ideal qualification if you’re planning a career as a Wall and Ceiling Installer. You’ll develop the skills to install and finish plasterboard and fibre cement sheeting. You’ll learn a range of plastering skills and be able to build bulkheads and partitions and install cornicing.

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Wall and Ceiling Installer careers

A Wall and Ceiling Installer applies plasterboard panels or sheeting in new building projects, renovation work or repair jobs. You might fix wall and ceiling pieces in place and may carry out plastering or other decorative techniques. Wall and Ceiling Installers might work on large commercial projects or take on smaller residential work.

Wall and Ceiling Installers may have to carry out heavy lifting and other manual labour tasks so physical fitness is important in this role. You’ll need strong technical skills and excellent attention to detail. Wall and Ceiling Installers should be able to work as part of a team and communicate well with colleagues and customers.

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