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Bricklaying is another booming industry in Australia. Bricklayers are involved in commercial, residential and public projects where they lay bricks and other building blocks in mortar to construct and repair walls.
By starting a bricklaying apprenticeship you’ll be involved in:
- Analysing plans and specifications to ensure you have the right materials for the project.
- Measuring required dimensions.
- Building and deconstructing high scaffolding.
- Repairing and maintaining bricks and cement blocks.
- Checking and measuring alignment of bricks.
- Designing shapes and spreading mortar between joints.
Career options available:
Bricklayer: People who pre-cut stones, lay bricks and other construction blocks in mortar to build walls, foundations and other structures.
Stonemason: People who cut, shape , design stone blocks and slabs for the construction and renovation of stone-based structures, monuments or cemeteries.
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A career in bricklaying could be great for you if you:
- Pay attention to the little details
- Can read and understand basic plans
- Are good at juggling a few tasks at once
- Have an eye for design and how things fit together
- Enjoy working as part of a team
- Always put safety first
Looking to start your career in Bricklaying?
Apprenticeships and traineeships are a great way to kick-start your career. You get paid on-the-job training, whilst also completing a nationally recognised qualification.
Once you complete this form, we’ll email you a link to chat with Charlie, our friendly recruitment assistant.
Based on your answers, Charlie will connect you with the most appropriate local team, who will then guide you through the next steps.