Plasterer (Internal and External Walls)

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Hammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal
Contract
Posted 3 hours ago
Contract Construction
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Job Description

Good, straight work gets noticed on this residential renovation company in Hammarsdale, and so does turning up every day. This is a good step for someone who wants proper routine and a manager who notices good work.

The site is in Hammarsdale; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying.

The work, day to day

  • Tile floors, showers and splashbacks, including cutting around fittings
  • Lay paving on a compacted, levelled bedding sand layer
  • Build and strip formwork for columns, beams and slabs
  • Plaster walls and float them to a smooth, even finish
  • Mix mortar and plaster to the right ratio for the job
  • Carry bricks and materials to the workface and keep the scaffold clear
  • Fix roof trusses, purlins and brandering for ceilings

You'll need

  • Proven experience in at least one trade, shown by references or a practical test
  • Understands basic site safety like scaffolds and open trenches
  • Physically strong enough for a full day of lifting and bending outside
  • Safety boots of your own for the first week, if possible
  • Willing to move between sites in the same city
  • Able to follow a foreman's instructions and read basic measurements

Helpful, not essential

  • CETA or NQF 2 or 3 certificate in your trade
  • Your own trowels, levels and tile cutter

On offer

  • UIF and COIDA registration from day one
  • Chance to move up to a gang leader post
  • Transport from a pick-up point to site

How to apply

  1. Read the "What you need" list above. If you tick most of it, go ahead and apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: green ID book or smart ID card, any trade or skills certificate you hold plus contact numbers of two previous foremen.
  3. Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 8 working days.

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Before you hit apply

  • Bring photos of your work on your phone. A foreman believes a straight wall more than a long CV.
  • Be ready to do a short practical test on site. Arrive early with your own tools if you have them.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeContract
LocationHammarsdale, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryConstruction
Experience8+ years
Posted6 October 2026
Closing Date7 November 2026
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