Occupation

821431 Building Insulation Installer

Latest release
Consultation draft: Occupation Standard Classification for Australia (OSCA)
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Reference period
August 2026
Released
17/08/2026
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821431 Building Insulation Installer

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 and sound.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Waterproofers are excluded from this occupation. Waterproofers are included in the Occupation 369933 Waterproofer.

Specialisation

  • Window Tinter (Building)

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

  • Measures and cuts insulation material, including window tint, to fit specified areas of buildings
  • Installs insulation material in walls, floors, windows and ceilings of buildings using tools and equipment such as spray guns, blowers and staplers
  • Applies adhesive or fasteners to secure insulation material in place
  • Seals gaps and joints in insulation material to ensure airtightness