Location: Walthamstow, London
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Rate: Price work, depending on experience

This opportunity is exclusively available to residents of Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Newham, Redbridge and Waltham Forest.

About the Net Zero Careers Accelerator

This role is being supported through the Net Zero Careers Accelerator (NZCA), a fully funded programme helping people access employment opportunities that contribute to a greener economy. The programme supports candidates into roles across sustainability, energy efficiency, retrofit, environmental services and green construction.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Drylining Taper & Jointer to join a construction team working on projects in Walthamstow.

The successful candidate will be responsible for completing taping, jointing and finishing works to a high standard, ensuring plasterboard and drylining systems are properly prepared and finished, ready for decoration.

This is a hands-on role suited to an experienced operative who takes pride in their workmanship, can work efficiently and safely, and is comfortable working as part of a wider construction team.

Important to Know

• Full-time position

• Walthamstow-based

• Price work, with rates depending on experience

• Experienced Drylining Taper & Jointer required

• Valid CSCS card required

• Work will be carried out on construction sites

• Candidates must be physically capable of carrying out the role

• Good quality workmanship and reliability are essential

• This opportunity is exclusively available to residents of Enfield, Hackney, Haringey, Newham, Redbridge and Waltham Forest.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out taping and jointing of plasterboard and drylining systems

• Prepare joints and surfaces ready for decoration

• Apply jointing compounds and finishing materials

• Install and finish corner beads and other associated components

• Ensure joints are smooth, even and free from defects

• Sand and prepare completed surfaces where required

• Carry out remedial and snagging works

• Read and follow drawings, specifications and instructions

• Work alongside dryliners, carpenters and other construction trades

• Maintain a clean and organised working area

• Complete work to agreed programmes and quality standards

• Follow all site rules, RAMS, PPE requirements and health and safety procedures

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Drylining Taper & Jointer

• Strong practical knowledge of taping and jointing techniques

• Ability to achieve a high-quality finish

• Experience working with plasterboard and drylining systems

• Good attention to detail

• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines

• Able to work independently and as part of a team

• Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual work

• Reliable and punctual

• Valid CSCS card

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

• NVQ or other relevant drylining/plastering qualification

• Previous experience working on residential refurbishment or new-build projects

• Experience working alongside other trades

• Additional construction site qualifications

Equipment

The role may involve using:

• Jointing and taping tools

• Trowels and finishing tools

• Sanding equipment

• Hand and power tools

• Measuring and levelling equipment

• Appropriate PPE