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What's it like?
You would attach ceilings in buildings such as offices, schools and shops to make them pleasant and attractive places for people to work in and visit.
You’d fit suspended ceilings which will hide pipe work or wiring. They also hide heating and air conditioning systems.
You would mostly work on new developments such as offices, shops, factories, hospitals, schools and indoor arenas.
You would:
- Set out, cut and fix the aluminium framework to support the new ceiling
- Check that the framework is horizontal, using spirit, laser or water levels
- Fit ceiling panels to the framework
- Cut and shape panels to fit around lights and other fixtures
You would use various hand and power tools and work from access platforms, ladders or scaffolding so you would need to follow health and safety rules.
You may also fit insulation materials into the ceiling space before installing the panels.
On some jobs, you may help to fit partitions, fix plasterboard to walls and install raised flooring.
Working conditions
Hours
Environment
Travel
UK employment status
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Part-time
Self employed
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- Working as part of a team
- Following instructions
- Working on your own
- Accuracy
- Working with your hands
- Being physically fit
- Solving mathematical problems
- Time management
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Qualifications
A Modern Apprenticeship leading to relevant work-based experience and qualifications such as a Scottish Vocational Qualification in Interior Systems (Construction): Ceiling Fixing (SCQF Level 5).
There are no formal qualifications required to enter an apprenticeship but some employers may ask for qualifications at SCQF level 4/5.
Useful subjects
- English
- Maths
- practical technologies subjects
You will also need
You usually need to pass an aptitude test to enter this role.
You must hold a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent and pass a health and safety test to work and train on construction sites.
Helpful to have
Qualifications that demonstrate an understanding of the industry and practical skills such as Skills for Work Construction (SCQF level 4/5) may be of value.
A driving licence can be useful.
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