Brick, Block & Stonemasonry
What do bricklayers, blocklayers and stonemasons do?
Bricklayers and blocklayers work with clay, concrete and mud bricks and blocks on structures like walls and arches. Stonemasons carve and lay stonework. They repair and replace stone on buildings and cut and polish stone for use in kitchen bench tops and vanity units.
Typical Tasks
Brick and Block Layers
- Spreading mortar to bind bricks into rows, shapes and designs
- Repairing and maintaining veneer and brick structures
Stonemasons
- Constructing walls using stone slabs
- Fitting cladding using mortar and specialised fittings
- Setting stone or marble in place, according to a layout or pattern
| YEARS IN INDUSTRY | POSITION | TRAINING REQUIREMENTS | AVERAGE SALARY |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 YEARS | Apprentice | Certificate III Bricklaying and Blocklaying | $40,000 |
| 6 YEARS | Tradesperson | Certificate IV Building and Construction | $80,000 |
| 8 YEARS | Site Supervisor Project Manager | Diploma of Building and Construction | $95,000-110,000 |
| 10 YEARS | Trade Registration | Leadership Training | $120,000 |
| 12 YEARS | Business Owner | Builder Registration | $145,000 |
| 15 YEARS | Registered Builder Limited | Continued Professional Development | $160,000 |
| 20 YEARS | Consultant | Advanced Diploma | $160,000+ |
