Bricklayer (Full-Time)

Job Description

Position: Bricklayer\n
\nNumber of Positions: 1\n
\nEmployment Type: Full-time, permanent\n
\nHours: 38 hours per week, plus reasonable additional hours where required\n
\nBusiness Location: Bella Vista, NSW 2153\n
\nWork Location: Various construction sites across Greater Sydney and surrounding areas\n
\nSalary: $80,000–$86,000 per annum, plus superannuation\n
\nAdditional Payments: Applicable overtime, allowances and other entitlements will be paid in accordance with the relevant workplace laws and industrial instrument.\n
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\nAbout the Role\n
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\nViva Builders Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced and skilled Bricklayer to join its construction team on a full-time basis.\n
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\nThe successful candidate will work across various residential and commercial construction sites. This position requires strong technical bricklaying skills, attention to detail and a commitment to completing work safely, efficiently and to a high standard.\n
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\nKey Responsibilities\n
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\nThe successful candidate will be responsible for:\n
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\nStudying architectural plans, drawings and specifications to determine required materials, dimensions and installation procedures.\n
\nSetting out brickwork and blockwork in accordance with construction plans and specifications.\n
\nCalculating the quantities of bricks, blocks, mortar and other materials required for each project.\n
\nPreparing mortar and spreading mortar layers to provide a base and binder for bricks and blocks.\n
\nLaying bricks, concrete blocks, pre-cut stone and other building materials in rows, patterns, designs and specified shapes.\n
\nEnsuring brickwork and blockwork is level, plumb, aligned and completed to the required dimensions.\n
\nCutting, shaping and fitting bricks and blocks using hand tools, power tools and brick-cutting machinery.\n
\nInstalling steel lintels, wall ties, flashings, reinforcement bars and other structural components as required.\n
\nPointing, finishing and cleaning mortar joints to achieve the required appearance and durability.\n
\nConstructing and repairing walls, partitions, arches and other brick or block structures.\n
\nRepairing and maintaining existing brickwork, blockwork and related masonry structures.\n
\nErecting and dismantling restricted-height scaffolding and basic work platforms where authorised and required.\n
\nPreparing daily material, equipment and tool requirements for upcoming work.\n
\nMaintaining tools, equipment and work areas in a safe, clean and serviceable condition.\n
\nFollowing applicable Australian Standards, the National Construction Code, project specifications and workplace procedures.\n
\nComplying with Work Health and Safety requirements and correctly using personal protective equipment.\n
\nCoordinating with supervisors, other tradespeople, subcontractors and project personnel to meet construction schedules and quality requirements.\n
\nQualifications and Experience\n
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\nApplicants must have either:\n
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\nCertificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying, or an equivalent relevant trade qualification, together with at least one year of relevant bricklaying experience; or\n
\nAt least three years of relevant full-time bricklaying experience where the applicant does not hold the required formal qualification.\n
\nMandatory Requirements\n
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\nApplicants must have:\n
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\nDemonstrated experience working as a Bricklayer within the construction industry.\n
\nA current Australian driver licence or an overseas licence that can lawfully be used in NSW.\n
\nReliable transport and the ability to travel between construction sites.\n
\nA valid Construction White Card.\n
\nCurrent asbestos awareness training where required for the relevant projects or sites.\n
\nTheir own standard bricklaying hand tools.\n
\nThe physical fitness and capacity to safely perform manual construction work.\n
\nThe ability to interpret construction plans, drawings and specifications.\n
\nA strong understanding of bricklaying methods, mortar preparation, construction tolerances and quality standards.\n
\nThe ability to work independently with limited supervision and collaboratively as part of a construction team.\n
\nGood communication, time-management and problem-solving skills.\n
\nA strong commitment to workplace safety, quality and project deadlines.\n
\nHow to Apply\n
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\nInterested applicants should submit:\n
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\nA current resume outlining their relevant employment history, qualifications and construction experience; and\n
\nA cover letter explaining their suitability for the position.\n
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\nApplications should clearly identify the applicant’s bricklaying qualifications, relevant work experience, licences and availability.