Tiler

Lays tiles on inside and outside walls and floors to protect and decorate them.

What you do

You prepare surfaces, measure and cut tiles, and fix them with adhesive. You fill the joints with grout and clean off the excess. You may also apply waterproofing and lay mosaics.

SourceLast checked 10 Oct 2026

Licences and tickets

New South Wales

Required by lawYou cannot legally do this work without it.

Common questions

What licences or tickets do you need to work as a Tiler?
In every state the law requires: White Card (general construction induction). Pick your state on this page to see who issues each one and how to get it.
What is the minimum pay for a Tiler?
Minimum casual rate (adult, CW/ECW 3, residential): $38.58 an hour. Under the Building and Construction General On-site Award 2020 (MA000020), from 1 July 2026. Last checked 10 Oct 2026.