The Construction Industry Council (CIC) launched the Vocational Qualifications Pathway for the Plastering Trade in 2026, covering four key positions:
- Bricklayer;
- Plasterer;
- Tiler; and
- Construction Specialist Trade Supervisor (Plastering)
Vocational Qualifications Pathway
The four frontline positions in the plastering trade include ‘Bricklayer’, ‘Plasterer’, ‘Tiler’, and ‘Construction Specialist Trade Supervisor (Plastering)’.
The career progression roadmap for these four positions is as follows:
Major Duties of the Four Frontline Positions
Position | Bricklayer | Plasterer | Tiler | Construction Specialist Trade Supervisor (Plastering) |
Key Duties | Execute various bricklaying works in accordance with construction drawings and requirements, ensuring finished products meet specified standards. | Execute various plastering works in accordance with construction drawings and requirements, ensuring finished products meet specified standards. | Execute various tiling works in accordance with construction drawings and requirements, ensuring finished products meet specified standards. | Act as the specialist trade contractor’s representative on site; arrange and supervise frontline skilled workers to execute various bricklaying, plastering and tiling works in accordance with project specifications and requirements; communicate and coordinate with other site stakeholders; propose appropriate solutions when encountering project challenges to ensure work quality. |