Job Title: Gib Board Plastering Apprentice

Location: Taranaki wide
Employment Type: Full-time Apprenticeship
Reports To: Site Supervisor or Lead Plasterer

About Us

At AP Plasterers, we work hard, laugh often, and take real pride in what we do. We’re a small, whānau-run business proudly based in Bell Block, serving the wider Taranaki region. Many of our customers have been with us for years - they trust us, and we don’t take that lightly.

When you join AP Plasterers, you become part of a tight-knit team of skilled craftsmen who care about doing the job right. We’re all about producing high-quality work that our customers are proud to show off.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and reliable apprentice to join our plastering team. This is a hands-on role where you'll learn the skills needed to become a qualified plasterer, working on both residential and commercial projects. You'll work alongside experienced tradespeople, learning how to install, stop, and finish gib board to a professional standard.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with gib board installation, stopping, sanding, and finishing
• Prepare surfaces and materials for plastering
• Mix and apply plaster compounds under supervision
• Maintain tools, equipment, and a tidy worksite
• Follow all health and safety protocols
• Listen, learn, and ask questions to grow your skills
• Attend off-site training (as part of the apprenticeship programme)

About you

• A genuine interest in learning the trade
• Reliable, punctual, and hardworking
• Must be able to stand for long periods and must be comfortable with working at heights
• Willing to follow instructions and work well in a team
• Strong attention to detail
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Must have (or be working toward) a restricted or full driver’s license

What We Offer

• A competitive hourly rate
• Paid on-the-job training and support
• Opportunity to work toward your NZ Certificate in Plasterboard Stopping (Level 4)
• A supportive team environment with experienced mentors
• Consistent work and varied job sites
• Long-term career development opportunities in the building industry

To Apply:
Send your CV and a short cover letter to applasters@gmail.com

No experience necessary – just a good attitude and a willingness to learn.