Plastering jobs in Fletching

Experienced Plasterer – Brighton and Hove

£22–£29 per hour
Self-employed / CIS | Expected 40 hours per week | On-site

About the role

KFIT Contracts is an established Sussex-based business, proudly delivering commercial and residential work locally and nationwide since 2014. We are looking for experienced self-employed plasterers who take pride in their finish and work well alongside other trades.

This role is primarily based in Brighton and Hove, with some projects elsewhere across Sussex.

Why work with KFIT?

• Regular, ongoing work, subject to available projects.
• Varied commercial and residential work, from individual repairs to larger projects involving several trades.
• Agreed work scopes and practical support from our office, operations and site teams.
• Work-related parking costs paid by KFIT.

Project materials are supplied through KFIT HQ on Old Shoreham Road, Hove.

Pay and hours

• £22–£29 per hour, depending on experience and the standard of work you can demonstrate.
• Self-employed engagement under CIS, with expected hours of 40 per week.
• Normal working hours are Monday to Friday, 8am–4pm.
• Optional overtime, night work and occasional Saturdays are available by agreement.
• Hours worked between 10pm and 6am are paid at double the agreed hourly rate.

What the role involves

• Checking backgrounds for damp, movement and contamination, and raising concerns before plastering.
• Protecting work areas, removing defective plaster and making good safely and tidily.
• Fitting plasterboard, including dot and dab, scrimming joints and fitting beads.
• Preparing bonding and base coats, and mixing and applying materials to the specified requirements.
• Completing patch repairs, local skimming and full wall or ceiling skims to the agreed scope, including interior or exterior work as specified.
• Producing clean corners, edges and reveals with a consistent finish.
• Allowing for drying times, protecting completed work and coordinating handovers to following trades.
• Keeping clear notes and photographs of progress, recording hidden conditions and raising scope changes before proceeding.

Skills and experience

• Proven plastering experience and the ability to produce a consistent, high-quality finish.
• Confidence with plasterboarding, dot and dab, preparation and repairs.
• The ability to follow job specifications and drawings where required.
• Reliability, attention to detail and clear communication.
• A valid UK driving licence, your own van and standard plastering tools.
• Relevant plastering or construction qualifications are welcome.

How to apply

Apply through Indeed with your CV and a short note about your plastering experience and availability. Photographs of recent work are welcome where available. Please outline the tasks you can complete independently and any areas where support is needed. Please answer all screening questions; brief answers are fine.

Pay: £22.00-£29.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Application question(s):

• What plastering work can you complete independently?
• Could you describe a plastering job where the surface or scope differed from your expectations, and what actions you took?
• Where are you currently based, when can you start, and how many days a week are you available?
• Do you have a valid UK driving licence? (Yes/No)
• Do you own a van for work? (Yes/No)
• Do you own plastering tools? (Yes/No)
• What hourly rate do you expect?
• Are you comfortable using software packages such as Tradify to receive job information, log timesheets, and submit evidence?
• Could you please share a few photographs of your recent plastering work by providing a portfolio link or sending photos through Indeed messages?

Work Location: In person