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Concreter

OSCA 371231·ANZSCO 821211

Employed

25,700

Part-time share

21.5%

Female share

0.9%

Median age

36 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

Concreter is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Course in Concrete Precast Rectification and Certificate III in Concreting.

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About this career

Pours, spreads, smooths and finishes concrete and installs reinforcements to strengthen concrete for structures such as floors, stairs, ramps, footpaths and bridges. Reads and interprets construction plans, and supervises Concreter's Labourers.

What they typically do

  • Reads and interprets construction plans and specifications
  • Determines the quantity and type of concrete required for a project
  • Supervises and directs the work of Concreter's Labourers
  • Prepares the site for concrete pouring, including clearing and leveling the area
  • Installs reinforcement materials such as rebar, to strengthen concrete
  • Mixes and pours concrete into the designated areas
  • Spreads and levels concrete using tools such as screeds and trowels
  • Finishes concrete surfaces to achieve the desired texture and appearance
  • Cures and protects concrete to ensure proper hardening and durability
  • May construct formwork to hold wet concrete in place

Where they work

Construction

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Concreter.