Installs and applies insulating material, such as foam, granules, foil, solar film, batts and blankets, to walls, floors, windows and ceilings of buildings to insulate against heat, cold, air, sound and moisture.

Examines plans, specifications and work sites to determine the type and quality of installations required and their location; prepares site for insulation and installation of fittings by nailing up furring, drilling holes for screws and bolts, and erecting scaffolding and ladders; glues blocks and slabs of foamed plastic and cork to walls; operates equipment to blow and spray mineral wool, fibre fill and foam insulation material into cavities; cuts insulation material to size and shape, and nails and staples bat type insulation to joists, studs and furring; measures, cuts and applies solar control film to windows.

Works predominantly indoors but also outdoors frequently, in most weather conditions. Frequently working in dusty and dirty conditions and wears protective clothing and breathing equipment when required. Frequently works at height from ladders or scaffolding.

• Medium physical demand
• Stands constantly, often on ladders or scaffolding and frequently walks about work areas to move equipment and materials.
• Frequently climbs and works off ladders and scaffolding in order to reach high areas.
• Sitting is not required.
• Uses upper limbs and body to stretch up and across on a constant basis in order to carry out placement and fixing tasks.
• Occasionally squats, crouches or kneels in order to access awkward spaces. May occasionally need to crawl or squeeze body to access confined spaces.
• Occasionally twists their body or neck.
• Bends
• Constantly working with fibre-glass and other materials used in insulation, these may irritate the skin.
• Frequently lifts and carries insulation equipment, hoses or power chords.
• Constant repetitive hand and arm movements are required when holding and fixing many types of insulating materials.
• Driving is occasionally required when moving between work-sites.
• Uses a range of hand and power equipment to carry out work tasks.
• Mental skills necessary include planning, problem-solving and practical skills.

A New Zealand Register Level 2 or 3 qualification or at least one year of relevant experience. In some instances relevant experience may be required in addition to the formal qualification (ANZSCO Skill Level 5). For entry-level positions on-the-job training may be sufficient.

There are opportunities for flexibility of movement but they are limited.