Concrete placer/finisher
Stellar Recruitment ·www.stellarrecruitment.com
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Residential Concrete Finisher / Placer
Position Purpose
The Residential Concrete Finisher is responsible for placing and finishing concrete for house slabs, garage infills, and external driveways/pathways. You will ensure that the concrete is perfectly level, structurally sound, and finished to the exact tolerances required for subsequent flooring installations (carpet, tiling, or polished concrete).
Key Responsibilities
Position Purpose
The Residential Concrete Finisher is responsible for placing and finishing concrete for house slabs, garage infills, and external driveways/pathways. You will ensure that the concrete is perfectly level, structurally sound, and finished to the exact tolerances required for subsequent flooring installations (carpet, tiling, or polished concrete).
Key Responsibilities
- Place and spread concrete delivered via truck or pump into residential footings and slabs, ensuring even distribution around waffle pods and steel mesh.
- Screed concrete to exact finished floor levels (FFL) using hand screeds, straightedges, and laser levels, ensuring proper falls for wet areas or external slabs.
- Utilise mag floats, bull floats, and walk-behind power trowels (helicopters) to achieve a smooth, flat, burnished finish on internal house slabs.
- Monitor concrete curing times closely, adjusting finishing techniques to suit Queensland’s rapid heat and humidity.
- Clean up edges, install expansion joints where required, and ensure garage rebates and step-downs are sharp and square.
- Minimum 2–3 years of experience placing and finishing residential concrete slabs.
- Proven experience operating walk-behind power trowels (helicopters) and hand-screeding tools.
- Current Construction Induction Card (White Card).
- Strong knowledge of residential concrete mixes, slump variables, and setting times.
- Physical fitness and a high tolerance for working outdoors in the QLD climate.
- Ability to work effectively during a fast-paced pour without sacrificing quality.
- An eye for detail to ensure zero high/low spots, which is critical for residential flooring warranties.
- Punctual and ready for early morning pour starts.
- Highly competitive hourly rates + travel allowances.
- Modern, reliable gear and machinery.
- Steady, ongoing residential projects with a reliable schedule.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hiring for the Concrete placer/finisher role?
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Where is the Concrete placer/finisher job located?
The Concrete placer/finisher role with Stellar Recruitment is based in QLD - Brisbane, QLD, AU.
What does the Concrete placer/finisher role pay?
Stellar Recruitment lists the Concrete placer/finisher role at AUD 450–500 per month.
Is the Concrete placer/finisher role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Stellar Recruitment.
What experience level is the Concrete placer/finisher role?
The Concrete placer/finisher position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
How do I apply for the Concrete placer/finisher role at Stellar Recruitment?
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