1,917 Scaffolders in Australia
A scaffolder designs, erects, alters and dismantles temporary access systems so work can be done safely at height. This can include scaffolding for painting, roofing, repairs and other trades that need a stable working platform. For homeowners, the main value is safer access and better protection for workers and people around the site. A good scaffolder will check the site, plan the setup, and make sure the scaffold suits the job and the ground conditions. Every scaffolder listed here is an ABN-registered business from the Australian Business Register.
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What Does a Scaffolder Do?
- Erect and dismantle scaffold structures
- Provide safe access to roofs, upper walls and hard-to-reach areas
- Install edge protection, handrails and working platforms
- Adjust scaffold layouts as the job changes
- Check ground conditions and basic setup requirements
- Coordinate with other trades on site access needs
- Carry out inspections and make sure the scaffold stays safe to use
When to Hire a Scaffolder
- You need safe access to a roof, upper storey or high exterior wall
- Another trade needs a stable platform to complete their work
- There is a fall risk around the work area
- The site has uneven ground, tight access or awkward heights
- You want to reduce risk during painting, repairs or maintenance
- You need temporary protection around an open edge or work zone
Scaffolder Licensing in Australia
Erecting scaffolding where a person or object could fall more than 4 m requires a High Risk Work licence (basic, intermediate or advanced scaffolding). Requirements can vary by state, so check the relevant state regulator register before hiring: NSW Fair Trading (fairtrading.nsw.gov.au), Building and Plumbing Commission VIC (bpc.vic.gov.au), QBCC (qbcc.qld.gov.au), Building and Energy WA (commerce.wa.gov.au/building-and-energy), Consumer and Business Services SA (cbs.sa.gov.au), CBOS Tasmania (cbos.tas.gov.au), Access Canberra (accesscanberra.act.gov.au), and NT Building Practitioners Board (nt.gov.au).
What Affects the Cost
Scaffolding costs depend on the height and size of the structure, how long it is needed, site access, ground conditions, the type of scaffold, and any extra safety or edge protection requirements. Removal, transport and permit-related work can also affect the total. Ask for three written, itemised quotes so you can compare what is included and what is not.
How to Find a Good Scaffolder
Look for a scaffolder with experience in the type of job you need, clear site safety procedures and a willingness to inspect the property before quoting. Ask whether they will supply, erect, inspect and dismantle the scaffold, and confirm they are licensed where required. Get three written, itemised quotes and compare scope, timing, inclusions and safety responsibilities rather than choosing on price alone.
Questions to Ask
- Have you done this type of scaffolding job before?
- Will you inspect the site before quoting?
- What scaffold type do you recommend for this work?
- Who is responsible for inspections after erection and during the job?
- Will you handle erection, alterations and dismantling?
- Can you provide a written, itemised quote and confirm your licence status?
Red Flags
- No clear site inspection before quoting
- Unwilling to discuss safety setup or inspection process
- Cannot explain what is included in the quote
- No proof of licence where one is required
- Suggests the scaffold can be used before it is properly set up or checked
- Uses vague answers about who will erect and dismantle the scaffold
Listings come from the Australian Business Register and each business's own website. Check licences and insurance before you hire.