Scaffolders
Scaffolders erect, modify, and dismantle scaffolding on construction, industrial, and refinery sites worldwide.
Core responsibilities
- Erect and dismantle scaffolding
- Run inspections and tag systems
- Coordinate with trades
- Comply with HSE and standards
Qualifications & experience
- Scaffolder licence / card
- Site experience
- Strong HSE focus
Scaffolders — global market
Demand for Scaffolders continues to climb as acute shortages of qualified trades across mature and emerging markets. Employers are competing aggressively on compensation, mobility, and project quality to secure qualified scaffolders.
- Acute shortages of qualified trades across mature and emerging markets
- High-rise, data centre, and industrial pipelines pulling trade capacity
- Ageing workforce demographics in North America and Europe
- Apprentice
- Tradesperson
- Senior Tradesperson
- Foreman
- Trades Supervisor / Manager
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Hire Scaffolders — anywhere in the world
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Frequently asked questions
What does a Scaffolder do?+
Scaffolders erect, modify, and dismantle scaffolding on construction, industrial, and refinery sites worldwide.
How much do Scaffolders earn globally?+
Scaffolders earn a median of $62.0k, with junior roles starting around $44.6k and senior or specialist packages reaching $88.0k, with significant variation by city, sector, and employer.
Which industries hire Scaffolders?+
Scaffolders are hired across industrial-construction, oil-gas-epc, commercial-construction and adjacent construction sectors.
What is the career path for a Scaffolder?+
Typical progression runs through Apprentice → Tradesperson → Senior Tradesperson → Foreman → Trades Supervisor / Manager.
Where can I hire Scaffolders?+
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