Dry liners use plasterboard panels to build internal walls, suspended ceilings and raised flooring in houses, offices and shops.
£10,000 Starter
to£30,000 Experienced
42 to 44 a week
evenings / weekends / bank holidays
You can get into this job through:
You could take a college course to get some of the skills needed in this job. Courses include:
You'll usually need:
You may be able to do a construction specialist interior systems, or interior systems installer, intermediate apprenticeship.
You'll usually need:
You could start by joining a company as a dry liner's labourer or 'mate'. Once working, your employer may be willing to put you through training towards industry qualifications.
you'll need a Construction Skills Certification Scheme (CSCS) card or equivalent to train and work on a construction site
You can find more details about careers and training in dry lining through Go Construct.
You'll need:
Your work will involve a ‘fixing' stage, followed by a ’finishing' stage. At the 'fixing' stage, you’ll:
You’ll then 'finish’ the walls by:
You could work at a client's business, at a client's home or on a construction site.
Your working environment may be physically demanding and at height.
You may need to wear safety clothing.
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