Occupation
Bricklayer and stonemason
Bricklayers and stonemasons build and repair walls, facades, chimneys, and structures from brick, block, and stone bedded in mortar. The work is physically demanding and weather-exposed, and it rewards a steady eye, because courses have to stay level and plumb over long runs. Restoration and repointing work on older masonry is a distinct and skilled part of the trade.
Also known as: Bricklayer · Stonemason · Mason · Blocklayer
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Part of Skilled trades, maintenance and repair
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What the work involves
Set out wall lines, openings, and course heights from drawings and site datums.
Mix or specify mortar and lay brick, block, or stone to line, level, and plumb.
Cut and shape units with saws, splitters, and hand tools to fit corners, reveals, and details.
Install ties, reinforcement, damp-proof courses, lintels, flashings, and weep holes.
Point, clean, and finish joints, and repair or repoint deteriorated existing masonry.
Erect and work safely from scaffolds and access platforms.
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How people commonly enter
A registered bricklaying or masonry apprenticeship with a masonry contractor.
A college masonry certificate or pre-apprenticeship programme used to enter the trade.
Entry as a mason's labourer or tender, moving onto the trowel with experience and formal training.
Specialist heritage or restoration training taken by a working mason moving into conservation work.
Typical training: Apprenticeship
Licensing: Certification common, not usually required
Pathways: Apprenticeship route
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Typical work context
- Client sites
- Outdoors
- Physically active
- Team based
- Varied work
Client sites · Outdoors · Physically active · Team based · Varied work
Related interests
- Realistic (hands-on)
- Artistic (creative)
Realistic (hands-on) · Artistic (creative)
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