Wall & Floor Tiler

Apax Stone Projects is seeking experienced Wall & Floor Tilers to join our growing Cairns team.

We undertake residential and commercial tiling projects throughout Cairns and Far North Queensland, with a strong focus on swimming pools, outdoor tiling, paving, stone installation, pool surrounds and general wall and floor tiling.

Due to continued growth and an increasing workload in the Cairns region, we are seeking qualified and experienced tilers for permanent full-time positions.

Position: Wall & Floor Tiler

Location: Cairns, QLD

Employment Type: Permanent Full-Time

Hours: 38 hours per week

Salary: $80,000 per annum + superannuation

Duties and Responsibilities

• Examine plans, specifications and work areas to determine job requirements

• Measure and mark surfaces for tile installation

• Prepare wall and floor surfaces prior to installation

• Apply adhesives and bedding materials

• Set out and install ceramic, porcelain and natural stone tiles

• Cut and shape tiles around corners, edges and penetrations

• Install floor and wall tiles accurately to required levels and falls

• Apply grout and complete finishing works

• Undertake swimming pool tiling and pool coping installation

• Install outdoor paving and stone finishes

• Complete pool surrounds and external tiled areas

• Carry out repairs and replacement of existing tiled surfaces

• Maintain a high standard of workmanship

• Follow workplace health and safety requirements

• Work independently and as part of a project team

Requirements

Applicants should have:

• Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling or equivalent relevant trade qualification

• Relevant wall and floor tiling experience

• Demonstrated ability to complete tiling work independently

• Experience in surface preparation, setting out, cutting, laying, grouting and finishing

• Construction White Card

• Current driver's licence

• Good understanding of construction safety requirements

• Strong attention to detail

• Reliable work ethic

Experience in pool tiling, pool coping, outdoor tiling, paving and natural stone work will be highly regarded.

This is a permanent full-time position based in Cairns, with projects throughout Cairns and surrounding Far North Queensland areas.

Please apply with your current resume outlining your qualifications and relevant tiling experience.