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Stonemason

Cuts and shapes hard and soft stone blocks and masonry slabs to construct and renovate stone structures, kitchen benchtops and monumental masonry.

Skills assessment authority
Trades Recognition Australia (TRA)
Occupation lists

MLTSSL · CSOL

Visas for Stonemason

Main tasks

  • Studies plans and specifications to determine materials required, dimensions and installation procedures
  • Measures, marks dimensions, outlines, splits, cuts, shapes and finishes stone blocks and masonry slabs using hand tools and machinery
  • Sets out and cuts letters and designs into stone
  • Lays stone blocks and large masonry slabs to construct structures such as walls, arches and pillars, ensuring they are level and plumb
  • Constructs and installs stone construction elements such as benchtops and splashbacks
  • Assesses damage to and repairs stonework, including on old or heritage buildings and monuments
  • May design, cut and install monumental masonry

Specialisations

Monumental Stonemason

Registration & licensing

Registration or licensing may be required.

State nomination

8 state(s) nominate Stonemason for the 190 / 491 visa. See the details by state:

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