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A Wall and Floor Tiler lays tiles on a range of surfaces. You might be working on new projects such as kitchens, bathrooms or laundries or carrying out renovation work. Wall and Floor Tilers prepare wall and floor surfaces, lay tiles and finish with grout and waterproof solutions. You might work with various types of tiles such as ceramics, slate or glass or you might specialise in decorative features such as mosaics.
Wall and Floor Tilers should be physically fit and able to work in a range of settings. You should have good communication skills and be able to liaise with clients and other building professionals. Wall and Floor Tilers must have good technical skills and be able to adapt their skills when required.
There are 2 courses available for people who want to become a Wall and Floor Tiler.
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The 22614VIC Certificate II in Building and Construction Pre-apprenticeship (Wall and Floor Tiling) provides students with foundational skills and knowledge in wall and floor tiling. This training prepares individuals to be job-ready for an apprenticeship within the building and construction industry. Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
A Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling will prepare you for a career as a tiler in the construction industry. You’ll learn to lay tiles on internal and external walls and floors for new projects or renovation work. This course explores all types of tiles including ceramic, clay, slate, marble and glass and you’ll develop techniques for cutting and shaping tiles to fit as required. The Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling covers a range of topics to give you the skills and knowledge you need in this industry. Course delivery will vary depending on your provider, but you might cover subjects including fixing floor and wall tiles, carrying out mosaic tiling and tiling curved surfaces. Enquire now for a full list of study units, entry requirements and start dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
In Australia, a full time Wall and Floor Tiler 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.
There has been strong employment growth in this industry in recent years. There are currently 26,200 people employed as a Wall and Floor Tiler in Australia, compared to 15,400 five years ago. Wall and Floor Tilers may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Wall and Floor Tiler interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Wall and Floor Tiling. You’ll develop the skills to lay tiles on internal and external walls and floors. You’ll learn to cut and shape tiles to fit and will learn about using a range of tiles including marble, glass, ceramic, clay and slate options.
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$1,250 weekly pay
Wall and Floor Tiler
Waterproofer
$1,150 weekly pay
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