Apprentice Bricklayer

Bricklaying is a core function within the construction sector, especially in house building and refurbishments. As an Apprentice Bricklayer, you will learn to lay bricks, blocks, and other building components in mortar to construct and repair walls, foundations, partitions, arches, and chimney stacks. You will also refurbish brickwork, masonry, and seal foundations with damp resistant materials.

You will read construction drawings, measure work areas, set out sites, and prepare mortar by hand or mechanical mixer. Erect, repair, and maintain masonry structures while shaping bricks with hammers, chisels, and power tools. Check courses are plumb and level using laser levels, spirit levels, and plumb lines.

Apprenticeships are an underpinning part of Mears’ philosophy, committed to developing the next generation of workforce. Many senior people started as apprentices. Gain real life experiences working in people’s homes, community projects, and improving lives by being customer focused.

The CITB training covers developing good working relations and potential to work towards SVQ level 6 & 7. No formal qualifications required, but candidates undertake pre-employment assessment and interview. Paid national apprentice minimum wage for working hours plus college attendance.