Concreters, also known as Concrete Workers, are professionals who play a vital role in the construction industry in Australia. They are responsible for pouring, spreading, smoothing, and finishing concrete for various structures, including floors, stairs, ramps, footpaths, and bridges. Their expertise ensures the durability and stability of these essential components of construction projects.

Indicative Skill Level:

The skill level required for most occupations in the Concreter unit group is commensurate with the qualifications outlined below:

In Australia:

• AQF Certificate I or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

In New Zealand:

• NZQF Level 1 qualification or compulsory secondary education (ANZSCO Skill Level 5)

While some Concreters may require a short period of on-the-job training in addition to or instead of a formal qualification, others may not need any formal qualification or on-the-job training at all.

Tasks Include:

• Erecting concrete formwork and laying steel reinforcing
• Pouring, spreading, and leveling concrete using screeds and templates
• Tamping, smoothing, shaping, and sealing concrete
• Operating trowelling machines to float, trowel, and polish concrete surfaces
• Forming expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straight edges
• Installing fixtures in concrete, such as anchor bolts, steel plates, and door sills
• Wetting concrete and rubbing with abrasives to finish vertical surfaces
• Covering concrete with plastic sheeting and sand to cure it
• Cutting lines in concrete using power cutters
• Applying colouring powders and other materials to freshly poured concrete (optional)

Occupation: 821211 Concreter

821211 Concreter is a specific occupation within the broader Concreter unit group. Concreters in this role possess the necessary skills and knowledge to carry out their tasks efficiently and effectively.

Alternative Title: Concrete Worker

As Concrete Workers, these professionals demonstrate their expertise in pouring, spreading, smoothing, and finishing concrete for a wide range of structures, including floors, stairs, ramps, footpaths, and bridges. Their role is crucial in ensuring the structural integrity and longevity of these construction components.

Skill Level: 5

The skill level required for this occupation is classified as Level 5, indicating that individuals in this role possess a level of competence and expertise acquired through a combination of formal education and on-the-job training.

Concreters are highly valued professionals in the construction industry, contributing to the development of robust and durable structures across Australia. Their expertise and attention to detail make them integral to the successful completion of construction projects.