Tile Layer

Grand Hotel Gozo

GENERAL PURPOSE:
We are looking for a hard-working candidate for a position of experienced Tile Layer.
A successful candidate need to have at least 5 years of experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Cut tiles and shape them properly to ensure they fit around obstacles and in tight corners and odd spaces using power and hand tools
• Form tile beds using concrete, plaster, mastic, cement, glue or mortar utilizing tools such as screeds, brushes and trowels
• Align tiles and straighten them with straightedges, levels and squares to ensure patterns are even and precise
• Cut, install, polish and surface granite and marble and ensure accuracy during the installation process for lasting results
• Prepare various surfaces for tiling with waterproofing material or lath and by cleaning the surfaces properly
• Create decorative wall and floor designs by laying and setting mosaic tiles in kitchens, bathrooms and living rooms
• Tap tiles into place carefully using tools to properly adhere tiles to the base, making sure not to break or damage tiles
• Follow blueprints precisely and mark and measure surfaces that need to be tiled to determine how to go about jobs

Qualifications

SKILLS & ABILITIES:
• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in similar position
• Ability to lift heavy materials and equipment
• Outstanding attention to detail
• Excellent customer service skills
• Carpentry and renovation experience a plus
• Knowledge of local working procedures
• Knowledge of material available
• Knowledge of Maltese and English

The selected candidate will be a self-confident and very well organised professional who portrays an image of efficiency.
Candidates must have the right to work in the EU.