Manufacturing & Offsite Production
Plasterer
The Plasterer applies plaster and other coatings to walls, ceilings, and partitions, creating smooth, durable, and fire-resistant surfaces.
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Role overview
Job Title
PlastererJob Family
Manufacturing & Offsite ProductionPurpose Of The Role
The Plasterer applies plaster and other coatings to walls, ceilings, and partitions, creating smooth, durable, and fire-resistant surfaces.
Role In MMC
Plasterers are essential to MMC through the use of pre-mixed materials, faster application techniques, and integration with modular systems. Their work contributes to thermal efficiency, airtightness, and the aesthetic finish of both traditional and off-site construction.
Knowledge & Skills
The area of Modern Methods of Construction is continuously expanding with many transferable skillsets.
Fundamental Skills
Basic essential skills
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Technical Skills
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Material Knowledge & Performance
Additional MMC Skills
Specialised MMC skills
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Manufacturing & Assembly
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Planning & Executing
Universal Skills
Transferable or soft skills
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Safety & Compliance
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Communication & Collaboration
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Attention to Detail
Suggested Entry Routes
Experience
- Labouring or assisting a plasterer onsite.
- Community or renovation projects.
- Self-taught experience with small-scale plastering.
Education
- Junior or Leaving Certificate.
- QQI Level 4 or 5 in Construction or Finishing Trades.
- Entry into the SOLAS Plastering Apprenticeship (NFQ Level 6).
Training & Certifications
- SOLAS Plastering Apprenticeship.
- Safe Pass Certification (required for all construction workers).
- Manual Handling and Working at Heights certifications.
- Machine Plastering Course (optional, available via ETBs or Skillnet).
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