Lays bricks, pre-cut stone and other types of building blocks in mortar to construct and repair walls, partitions, arches and other structures. Registration or licensing may be required.
Tasks & Responsibilities
Studying plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
Erecting and dismantling restricted height scaffolding
Sealing foundations with damp-resistant materials and spreading layers of mortar to serve as base and binder for blocks using trowels
Laying bricks in rows, designs and shapes, and spreading mortar between joints
Embedding blocks in mortar and removing excess mortar
Checking vertical and horizontal alignment
Cutting, shaping and polishing stones and bricks using machines and hand tools, and shaping bricks to fit irregular spaces
Repairing and maintaining bricks, cement blocks and related structures
Designing and cutting monumental masonry and lettering
Constructing walls using stone slabs and large masonry slab blocks
Alternative Titles
• Blocklayer
Assessment Documents
Trade qualification
Employment evidence
Portfolio (if required)
Passport
English test
Check TRA website for current requirements.
Bricklayer (ANZSCO 331111) | Australian Occupation Guide