Apprenticeship summary

You will be supported to develop your skills in all aspects of bricklaying and site work including:

• Preparing and learning about various types of mix/concrete/bonds
• Setting out and preparing site ready for build
• Use of laser levels, spirit levels, optical levels and string lines to check that courses are straight, horizontally and vertically, and laid to a gauge.
• Determine quality and quantities of building material including mix ratios of mortar and concrete. Areas and volumes of materials and resources
• building brickwork features
• Various building methods including blockwork or masonry
• Using of tools and power tools
• Adhering to Health and Safety regulations
• Cleaning site and Disposal of waste materials

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills

Personal qualities

• Hard working
• Good time keeping
• Professional communication in the workplace
• Desire to learn new skills
• Problem Solving
• Team worker
• Must be happy to work in various weather conditions
• Physical fitness

Future prospects
Become a qualifed Bricklayer and secure full-time employment.

About the employer

Providing a range of building services from kitchen and bathrooms, extensions and conversions to complete new builds, we only work with highly trusted and experienced tradesmen registered with the appropriate bodies. Smart Building Solutions Blackburn Ltd is proud to have earned a reputation for fast and efficient turnaround, reliability, transparency and professionalism.