Craftsmanship Careers
We are actively building the next generation of tilers. Apprentices are a priority at TCQ because we use them often, support them properly, and give them room to learn the trade the right way.
Work Without Rushed Compromise.
Skilled tilers often leave premium work when rushed programs force speed over finish quality. TCQ is built around realistic scheduling, clear communication, and pride in the details that clients actually see.
At Trade Collective Queensland, we value reliable tradespeople, capable contractors, and apprentices who want to learn properly. Our key focus at the moment is strengthening our tiling, waterproofing, and apprenticeship pathways across Greater Brisbane.
Apprentices are not treated as an afterthought. We bring them into real project environments with supervision, practical repetition, and quality-control expectations so they can grow into confident tradespeople.
Why Tradespeople Join Trade Collective:
Apprenticeship Pathway
We use apprentices across our workflow and help them build repeatable trade habits: preparation, measuring, site setup, material handling, tool care, and finish awareness.
Advanced Premium Machinery
We equip our site teams with top-tier Italian slab cutters, vacuum hoist frames, specialized diamond grinding wheels, and digital laser leveling scanners to ensure flawless layouts.
Architectural Respect
We work alongside Brisbane's most prominent architects. Your mitre alignments, stone bookmatching, and layout geometry are appreciated as true structural art.
Meticulous Substrate Prep
You won't be forced to lay tiles over uneven substrates or sagged balconies. We grind, prime, and screed concrete ourselves to guarantee structural alignment.
High-Performance Careers
Our key focus at the moment is apprentices first, then qualified tilers, waterproofing specialists, and reliable contractors across Greater Brisbane.
Tiling Apprentice
Priority Apprenticeship IntakeRole Description
Apprentices are a major part of how TCQ builds strong crews. We use apprentices often, support them properly, and give them the chance to learn real wall and floor tiling habits on quality residential and commercial work. You will learn preparation, site discipline, large format handling, waterproofing awareness, tool care, and how to communicate on active building sites.
Minimum Specifications
- Genuine work ethic, reliability, and pride in learning the trade properly
- Willingness to follow instructions, ask questions, and improve every week
- White Card preferred, or willingness to obtain one before site work
- Driver's licence preferred, or active plans to acquire one
Qualified Architectural Tiler / Stonemason
Full-Time / Contract (Subcontractors Welcome)Role Description
Seeking a highly detailed, qualified wall & floor tiler or stonemason. You must possess deep experience handling large format porcelain panels (6mm thick, up to 3200mm), natural marble, filled/unfilled travertine, and external copings. Ability to hand-grind flawless 45-degree birdsmouth mitred corners without plastic or metal trim is mandatory.
Minimum Specifications
- Certificate III in Wall & Floor Tiling (or equivalent practical trade experience)
- Proven portfolio showing high-end residential or detailed commercial stone layouts
- Strict compliance with AS 3958.1 flatness and adhesive coverage regulations
- Own reliable transport, White Card, and professional tools
Certified Waterproofing Specialist & Screeder
Full-TimeRole Description
Looking for a certified waterproofing technician who understands that moisture protection is one of the most important structural elements in Australian builds. You will complete wet-area preparation, screed falls where required, and apply compliant membrane systems with proper curing, coverage, and documentation before tiling begins.
Minimum Specifications
- Certified AS 3740 Wet-Area Waterproofing credentials
- Strong background in structural floor leveling and sand-cement screed mortar mixing
- Absolute meticulous attention to detail at joints, leak angles, and wall boundaries
- White Card, valid driver's license, and references required
Apply Direct to Sales
Ready to secure a premium trade career? Send an email to sales@tradecollectiveqld.com.au with your trade history, qualifications, and 3-5 photographs of recent work where possible.