Glass Cutter - Glazer

What people in this role do:

• Analyse and interpret drawings, plans and specifications
• Measure the amount of glass required for the job
• Place glass sheets onto cutting tables and mark the area using a specialised glasscutters
• Use a variety of drills and cutters to put holes in glass
• Safely remove broken glass and mirrors from work stations and clean and prepare surfaces for re-glazing
• Smooth and polish edges utilising grinding or bevelling wheels
• Fit the cut glass into the required frames using putty, chemical compounds or rubber strips
• Assemble components of pre-made glass units
• Install glass and mirrors in windows, skylights, display cases, interior walls and ceilings
• Design and produce decorative fringes and edges on glass and mirrors

Your chances of success will be better if you have:

• Enjoyment of practical work
• Precision and accuracy
• Ability to cope with work outdoors and at heights
• Mathematical mind to calculate measurements
• Attention to detail
• Safety Awareness
• School Certificate

The Future

• Employment for a minimum of four years
• Employment areas include: building suppliers, glass merchants, glaziers, glass processors or self-employment self-employed

Specialisation

• Flat glass
• Furniture / milling
• Glass beveller and embosser
• Glazier / structural glass
• For more options see www.myfuture.edu.au

Who to contact for more information and advice?