Plasterer (Exterior) - Pay and progression
Kaiwhakapiri Uhi Raima (o Waho)
Pay
Pay for exterior plasterers varies depending on their employer and level of experience.
- An apprentice exterior plasterer may start on minimum apprentice/training wages, but this varies with the employer.
- An inexperienced exterior plasterer may start on minimum wage or a little more.
- A highly experienced exterior plasterer may earn up to and above $30 dollars an hour.
According to the 2006 Census, plasterers (exterior and interior combined) earned an average of $34,700 a year.
According to the 2006 Census, plasterer (exterior)s earned an average of $35,300 a year and worked an average of 41 hours per week. This includes full and part-time workers.
This information is provided as a guide only
Career Progression
After gaining experience, exterior plasterers may start their own businesses.
Updated
September 2009
