Multiple Brickayer and Bricklayer’s Assistant Positions

Bricklayer Positions – 2

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Studying plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures

• Erecting and dismantling restricted height scaffolding for bricklaying tasks

• Sealing foundations with damp-resistant materials and spreading layers of mortar to serve as base and binder for laying bricks and blocks

• Laying bricks in rows, designs and shapes, and spreading mortar between joints

• Embedding blocks in mortar and removing excess mortar

• Checking vertical and horizontal alignment of brickwork

• Cutting, shaping and polishing stones and bricks using machines and hand tools, and shaping bricks to fit irregular spaces

• Repairing and maintaining bricks, cement blocks and related structures

• Designing and cutting monumental masonry and lettering

• Constructing walls using stone slabs and large masonry slab blocks

Candidate Requirements:

• Be physically fit

• Be honest and reliable

• Be punctual

• Great work ethic

• The successful applicant must be available to work on weekends and rostered shifts.

• Be Drug free

• Clean Criminal History

• Ability to commute to work with reliable travel

Skills & Experience:

• At least 2 Years Relevant Industry Work Experience OR Relevant level 4 qualification is required.

Hours and Position: -These are full time permanent positions with Minimum 30 hours + per week.

Hourly pay rate:

$28 to $32 per hour.

Bricklayer Assistant Positions: 2

Top Notch Brick and Block Laying Ltd are also looking for 2 Bricklayer’s Assistants to join our team in Canterbury Region.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Loading and unloading building and construction materials, tools and equipment and transporting them around building sites

• Erecting and dismantling temporary structures such as barricades and scaffolding

• Mixing, pouring and spreading materials such as concrete, plaster and mortar

• Cleaning up work areas, removing debris, and performing minor maintenance of tools and equipment.

• Digging holes and shovelling excavated material onto conveyors, wheelbarrows and trucks for removal

• Preparing ground surfaces by spreading and levelling sand, gravel, or soil for brick or block laying.

• Supporting tradespeople by helping with alignment, positioning, and installation of bricks and blocks.

• Assisting in placing basic fixtures such as edging, paving blocks, or small structural fittings.

Candidate Requirements:

• Be physically fit

• Be honest and reliable

• Be punctual and have Positive attitude

• Great work ethic

• The successful applicant must be available to work on weekends and rostered shifts.

• Be Drug free

• Clean Criminal History

Skills & Experience:

• No experience or qualifications are required. Full on the job training would be provided.

Driving Licence Requirement:

As the role of Bricklayer's Assistant requires using work vehicle for travelling to multiple locations across Canterbury Region according to client requirements, Full NZ Class 1 Drivers License OR Equivalent International Drivers License with an ability to legally drive in NZ and obtain Class 1 License in New Zealand afterwards is required.

Hours and Position: -

These are full time permanent positions with Minimum 30 hours + per week.

Hourly pay rate:

$24.50 to $27 per hour