Professional knowledge and skills in glazing
Glaziers must always apply professional knowledge and skills in glazing to complete their tasks at work.
Glaziers
Descriptions & Duties
- Glaziers measure, cut and install glass in windows, display cases or other structures. They grind or round edges of glass panes.
Generic Competencies
Physical Abilities
Physical abilities
- Physical strength
- Eye hand coordination / precision / dexterity
Importance:5 (Max:5)
Skill is required all the time
Technology Skills
Technology skills
- Computer literacy
- Application of technology
Importance:4 (Max:5)
Skill is frequently required
Cognitive Abilities
Cognitive abilities
- Creativity
- Visualisation
- Logical thinking
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Comprehension And Expression
Comprehension and expression skills
- Reading comprehension
- Oral / written expression
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Social Skills
Social skills
- Communication
- Negotiation
- Persuasion
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Organisation And Execution Skills
Organisation and execution skills
- Planning
- Organising
- Judgement
- Decision making
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Problem Solving Skills
Problem solving skills
- Ability to solve simple and complex problems effectively and efficiently
Importance:2 (Max:5)
Skill is occasionally required
Management Skills
Management skills
- Leadership
- Management of finance / time / people / other resources
Importance:1 (Max:5)
Skill is rarely required
Trade Specific Competencies
General Requirements
Academic qualification
- holders of Intermediate Trade Test Certificate, or Trade Test Certificate for Glaziers, or equivalent is preferable.
Professional qualification
- must be registered as Construction Worker and holders of Green Card when working on construction sites (You may visit Construction Industry Council website for registration details)
Experience
- typically gain skills through work experiences
Career Path & Salary
Private Sector
Monthly Salary $10,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $10,000-$40,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$50,000
Monthly Salary $20,000-$70,000
Government Sector
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 5-8
Monthly Salary Master Pay Scale Point 8-10
*For more details on Civil Service Pay Scales, please visit website of the Civil Service Bureau.
http://www.csb.gov.hk/english/admin/pay/952.html
Work Environment
- Glaziers usually work outdoors or at construction sites performing physically demanding tasks, such as dimensioning, cutting and installing glass in windows, display cases or other structures.
Tools
- Adjustable wrenches
- Dollies - Glass dollies
- Glass cutters
- Glass drilling machines
- Grinding or polishing machines
- Hammers
- Hard hats
- Hoists
- Ladders
- Levels
- Power grinders
- Power sanders
- Power saws
- Pressure or steam cleaners
- Protective aprons
- Protective gloves
- Protective sleeves
- Rulers
- Safety goggles
- Safety lanyards
