ANZSCO 331111
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.
Also known as: Blocklayer
Skills assessment authority
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)Occupation lists
MLTSSL · CSOL
Visas for Bricklayer
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
Specialisations
Brick PaverRefractory Bricklayer
Registration & licensing
Registration or licensing may be required.
State nomination
8 state(s) nominate Bricklayer for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:
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