Concrete Finishers
You smooth, shape, and finish concrete surfaces on driveways, sidewalks, parking lots, and buildings by troweling, grinding, and applying sealants using hand tools and power equipment. You work quickly before concrete hardens, create decorative patterns or finishes, and ensure surfaces are level and safe. You might specialize in polishing, grinding, or decorative concrete. This hands-on trade requires strength, precision, and problem-solving.
Did you know?
Consider pursuing a Certificate III in Concreting through an apprenticeship program, which combines on-the-job training with classroom learning. This pathway provides practical experience while earning an income and is widely recognised by Australian employers.
At a glance
Typical average pay
$78,000 Avg/yr
Growth
Stable
Top skill
Monitoring
Things to consider
Physical Demands and Safety Requirements
This occupation requires good physical fitness as it involves lifting heavy materials, working in various weather conditions, and standing for long periods. Understanding workplace safety procedures and using protective equipment is essential for career success.
Career Progression and Specialisation
With experience, you can advance to supervisory roles, start your own concreting business, or specialise in decorative concrete work. The construction industry offers various pathways for career growth and skill development.
Key responsibilities
Erecting concrete form work and laying steel reinforcing
Pouring, spreading and levelling 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