Glazier

Job Overview

Job Description

Glazier

Responsible for Measuring, cutting, and installing glass products for residential and commercial applications, ensuring all installations meet safety and quality standards.

Key Duties:

Reading and interpreting blueprints and specifications to determine size, shape, colour, type, and thickness of glass

Glass to be laid on padded tables, to get ready for cutting

Measuring and marking glass for cutting based on the specification

Checking the glass if there are any defective areas, and mark by the glass marker.

Cutting glass according to the drawings and specifications

If there is a template for special shape of the glass, then cut along the templates, and break off sheets and excess glass with notched tools and glass pliers

Using belt sanders and smoothing wheels to smooth rough edges

Requirements:

AQF Certificate III in Glass and Glazing including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV, or At least three years of relevant work experience may substitute for the formal qualification.

Strong knowledge of glass cutting, glazing techniques and installation methods

Ability to accurately measure and interpret plans or specifications

Experience using glazing tools and equipment safely

Good attention to detail and workmanship

Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Strong commitment to workplace safety and quality standards

Good communication and problem-solving skills