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Entry level education / special licences / warrants
To work as a Bricklayer and Stonemason, a Masons’ licence, issued by the Building Regulation Office, is required. To be eligible for this licence, a qualification in Stone Masonry is required. Training programmes include:
• Diploma in Construction and Stone Masonry (MCAST) (MQF Level 3)
• Stone Mason’s Course (Leading to Mason’s Licence) - Part 1 (MCAST)
• Stone Mason’s Course (Leading to Mason’s Licence) - Part 2 (MCAST)
For further details on specific entry requirements, it is advisable to consult the respective educational institution’s website.
Qualifications awarded by foreign bodies need to be recognised or pegged with a particular MQF Level by the MQRIC office within NCFHE.
For related training offered by other educational institutions, including Jobsplus, it is advisable to consult the list of accredited courses on the NCFHE website.
On-the-job training is typically offered by the employer.
Knowledge and skills
Bricklayers and Stonemasons are expected to have:
• Knowledge of building and construction methods
• Knowledge of materials, such as mortar and their use
• Knowledge of techniques used to carve, shape and finish stone
• The ability to use and maintain various types of machinery, equipment and tools such as hammers, chisels and other power tools
• The ability to work at heights
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures
Transferable skills should include:
• Written and verbal communication skills in Maltese and/or English
• The ability to follow instructions
• Problem solving and decision making skills
• Time management skills
• The ability to work under pressure and meet
deadlines
• The ability to work independently and as part
of a team
Additional qualities
These may include:
• A practical orientation • A sense of initiative
• Attention to detail
• Manual dexterity
• Physical strength and stamina
Related career opportunities
• Concrete Placer, Caster, Finisher and Related Worker
• Construction Supervisor
• Foreman/Forewoman
• Stone Dresser
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