Occupation

371131 Bricklayer

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OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

371131 Bricklayer

Lays bricks, pre-cut stone and other types of building blocks in mortar to construct and repair walls, partitions, arches, segmental paving and other structures.

Registration or licensing may be required.

Alternative title

  • Blocklayer

Specialisations

  • Brick Paver
  • Refractory Bricklayer

Skill level: 3

Main tasks

  • Studies plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
  • Erects and dismantles restricted height scaffolding
  • Seals foundations with damp-resistant materials and spreads layers of mortar to serve as base and binder for building blocks
  • Cuts building blocks using machines and hand tools, and shapes blocks to fit irregular spaces
  • Sets out blockwork and lays building blocks in rows, designs and shapes
  • Embeds building blocks in mortar ensuring construction is level, plumb and aligned, and removes excess mortar
  • Installs lintels and flashings to openings
  • Repairs and maintains bricks, cement blocks and related structures
  • May prepare base and bedding courses, and lay segmental paving