Waterproofers & Skilled Waterproofing Labourers – Remedial & Commercial

- Location: Sydney Metro (Multiple Sites Across Sydney)
- Rates (PAYG):
- Qualified Waterproofers: Up to $55.00 per hour + Super
- Skilled Waterproofing Labourers or Waterproofers with no Qualification: Up to $45.00 per hour + Super
- (Rates determined by previous contractor experience and depth of system knowledge)
- Sector: Remedial Refurbishments & Commercial New Builds
- Clients: Specialist Waterproofing Subcontractors & Leading Remedial Main Contractors
- Employment Type: Ongoing Contract / Full-Time Hours (Immediate Starts)

About the Opportunities:
JV Recruitment is partnering with Sydney’s leading Specialist Waterproofing Subcontractors and Direct Remedial Main Contractors to secure experienced tradespeople and skilled assistants across Greater Sydney.

Whether you are a seasoned membrane applicator with a decade of site experience, a trade-qualified technician, or a sharp trade labourer who knows your way around surface prep and membrane application, we have immediate, high-paying placements across major commercial new builds and critical structural remedial schemes.

We take the time to sit down with every applicant to evaluate your specific system experience and place you on sites that match your skills, travel preferences, and career goals.

The Roles & Scope of Work:

- Qualified / Senior Waterproofers:
- End-to-end installation of multi-discipline membrane systems: Torch-on bitumen, Sheet membranes (PVC, TPO, EPDM), and Liquid applied systems (polyurethane, acrylic, epoxy).
- Execute critical detail work, termination bars, fillet joints, substrate priming, and complex pipe penetrations.
- Deliver leak-free, zero-defect work compliant with AS 3740 and AS 4654 standards on rooftops, podiums, planter boxes, basements, and wet areas.
- Skilled Waterproofing Labourers:
- Support trade teams with comprehensive substrate prep: concrete grinding, pressure washing, patching,



screeding, and edge taping.
- Mix and transport liquid membranes, assist with roll-outs, unrolling sheet systems, and manage site cleanup/protection.
- Gain hands-on exposure to learn new membrane systems and step up your trade skills on active commercial and remedial sites.

What We Are Looking ForFor Waterproofers (Up to $55/hr):

- Proven background in commercial new builds or residential/commercial remedial construction.
- Practical mastery across one or more key systems: Liquid, Sheet, Torch-on, or Subterranean tanking.
- Cert III in Waterproofing is welcomed, but demonstrated on-site capability, contractor references, and high-quality workmanship are our primary criteria.

For Skilled Labourers (Up to $45/hr):

- Hands-on experience working directly with a waterproofing subcontractor or remedial builder.
- Familiarity with surface preparation, mechanical grinders, sealants, and basic membrane handling.
- Solid work ethic, reliability, and eagerness to develop into a full installer.

General Requirements:

- Valid NSW White Card.
- PPE and basic hand tools (specialist applicators must have their own full kit).
- Reliable transport and valid Driver’s Licence preferred.
- Working at Heights or EWP tickets are highly regarded.

What’s on Offer?

- Top-Tier PAYG Rates: High earning potential tailored to your pedigree and past employers:
- Waterproofers: Up to $55.00/hr + Super
- Waterproofing Labourers: Up to $45.00/hr + Super
- Consistent 40+ Hour Weeks: Long-term, stable pipelines of work across commercial projects and remedial head contractors.




- Diverse Projects: High-spec commercial builds, multi-residential assets, and complex heritage/structural remedial jobs.
- Supportive Agency Partner: Transparent consultants who know the Sydney waterproofing and remedial market inside out.

How to Apply
Ready to lock in top hourly rates on Sydney’s best sites?

Please apply via this Advert or through the ‘Submit your resume’ on the JV Website (https://www.jvrecruitment.com.au/submit-resume). Applications are only accepted via applying to this advert or through the JV Website - Phone applications will not be accepted or redirected.

Upon applying to this advert, you may receive an invitation from our Virtual Assistant Matilda. This will go through some of our core questions surrounding the role. Completion of this is highly advantageous in cementing your interest in the role.
What separates JV from other agencies?

- We work to get you consistent, on-going work.
- We aim to set you up with longer-term opportunities as your experience with us grows.
- For those wanting it, we try to provide a pathway to permanent employment.
- We pay you weekly – and we're never late. This is something we pride ourselves on.
- Your safety is our everything. Our systems and procedures are second to none.

We are dedicated to offering career advancement to those who prove they want it. In return, we ask that you show commitment, honesty, and integrity while working on-site for JV.
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