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Occupation Code: 7112 Bricklayer and Stonemason (Bennej)
Alternative titles: Brick Mason, Concrete Finisher, Stone Setter
Job description and duties
Bricklayers’ and Stonemasons’ main responsibilities include laying and binding materials such as stone, brick, concrete, terracotta and glass block with substances to construct or repair foundations, walls, partitions and other structures. They also build stone structures such as piers as well as lay different types of masonry for tanks and floors. A Bricklayer and Stonemason is typically expected to:
• Read the Engineers’ or Architects’ plan and follow design instructions
• Understand and measure the work area
• Set out the first rows of bricks and the damp
course
• Mix mortar (either by hand or with a
mechanical mixer)
• Apply mortar with a trowel after laying bricks
on top of each other
• Shape bricks using hammers, chisels and
other power tools
• Through the use of water or laser spirit
levels and plumb lines, make sure courses are straight
• Carve and shape stone when necessary
• Give stone finish (known as dressing)
• Fit cladding using specialised materials and
methods
• Repair any damage to stonework
Work environment
Bricklayers and Stonemasons are typically employed by building contractors, construction companies, turnkey contractors, architecture and project management firms and other businesses that deal with the construction of homes and other buildings in the private sector.
Bricklayers’ and Stonemasons’ work on a full-time basis. Working overtime and during weekends may be required in order to meet tight deadlines.
Working in this sector is particularly strenuous and involves working outdoors in different weather conditions.
Occupation data
Number of employees (2017)
274
Share of foreigners (2017)
10%
Job Outlook (2018 - 2022)
+12%
Median Pay (per annum)
€13,600
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