Floor Finisher
Victoria's building and construction sector
There are approximately 2,329 Victorians employed as floor finishers. Demand is strongly linked to levels of building and construction activity.
Victoria is currently offering visa sponsorship for floor finishers.
Earning potential
According to the Australian Government's Job Search website, floor finishers earn approximately $614 gross per week.
Wages will vary according to your level of skill and qualification. For more information about your wage earning potential, visit some of the specialty jobseeker sites listed below under finding a job.
Licensing and registration
There are no licensing or registration requirements for floor finishers.
Employers
Floor finishers may be self-employed and subcontract to retailers or floor covering businesses. They may also work in retail sales.
Industry contacts
Professional bodies and industry associations are a good source of information about the building and construction sector in Victoria.
The following bodies may be relevant to floor finishers:
- The Housing Industry Association provides resources to a range of building professionals
- The Master Builders Association of Victoria also provides information for building associates
- The Australian Construction Industry Forum represents construction industry associations, and provides information on the industry.
Tip
We strongly advise you not to apply for jobs until your visa to live and work in Australia has been issued. The visa application process can take many months, and employers are unlikely to choose you for a job if you do not know when you will arrive in Australia.
Finding a job
Specialty jobseeker sites:
To search for Victorian recruiters who specialise in construction and trade services, visit the Recruitment and Consulting Services Association’s Member Index.
For more general information on Victoria’s job market, including where and how to find jobs, and workplace culture, visit our Working & Employment section.
Migrating to Victoria
To find out about how to migrate to Australia, including information about visa nomination from the Victorian Government, visit our Visas & Immigrating section.
Skill Assessment Information
In order to migrate to Victoria, you will also need to have your skills assessed as part of the application process. For more information, see the Floor Finisher Assessment Information Sheet.
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Last updated: 15 July 2009
State Government of Victoria