Bricklayer Full Time NEW

Position: Bricklayer

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $79,500 to $82,500 plus superannuation per annum

Location: Melton VIC 3337

Our client Rakkar Bricklaying Pty Ltd is a Victorian bricklaying contractor based in Melton. The business provides bricklaying and blocklaying services to builders and clients on residential and commercial construction projects, including new homes, unit developments, extensions, boundary and retaining walls, and decorative face brickwork.

The Bricklayer is responsible for setting out and constructing brick, block and other masonry structures to plans and specifications, to a high standard of workmanship, safely and within project timeframes. The position is central to the delivery of the business’s contracted works on site.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Site preparation and setting out

• Receive, check and stack bricks, blocks and other materials on site and load out work areas ready for laying.
• Set out walls, corners, openings and piers from plans using string lines, levels, laser levels and measuring tapes.
• Erect and work from trestles and work platforms in line with site safety requirements.

Bricklaying and blocklaying

• Lay bricks, concrete blocks and other masonry units in mortar to the required line, level, plumb and gauge.
• Butter joints and bed units accurately, building corners plumb and level and laying to the line.
• Use a range of brick bonds and patterns, and finish joints using appropriate pointing and ironing techniques.
• Construct masonry veneer, cavity brick, double-skin and multi-thickness walls, piers, fences and retaining walls.
• Cut and shape bricks and blocks to size using bolsters, hammers, brick saws and grinders.

Structural and specialised work

• Install wall ties, insulation, damp-proof courses and membranes, flashings, cavity trays and weep holes.
• Set lintels and build in door and window frames and profiles, closing cavities as specified.
• Construct arches, curved walls, corbelling, decorative brickwork and face brick feature work.
• Lay segmental paving and carry out repairs, tuck pointing and repointing to existing masonry.

Mortar and materials

• Gauge and mix mortar and grout to the correct proportions and consistency for the work and weather conditions.
• Apply knowledge of the properties of cement, lime, sand and admixtures, and store materials correctly.
• Calculate quantities of bricks, blocks and mortar from plans, measuring distances, areas and volumes.

Plans, standards and quality

• Read and interpret building plans, drawings and specifications for residential and commercial projects.
• Carry out work in accordance with the National Construction Code, relevant Australian Standards and builder specifications.
• Check completed work for alignment, level, plumb and finish, and rectify defects before handover.
• Clean down brickwork and leave work areas clean and tidy at the end of each task.

Work health and safety

• Follow site safety rules, safe work method statements and the directions of the site supervisor.
• Use, maintain and store hand and power tools and equipment correctly and safely.
• Wear required personal protective equipment and apply safe manual handling practices.
• Identify and report hazards, incidents and near misses promptly.

Teamwork and communication

• Work with the Director, other bricklayers, labourers, builders and other trades to meet project timeframes.
• Report progress, material requirements and any issues on site to the Director.
• Guide and assist bricklayer labourers and less experienced workers on site as required.

Requirements:

Essential

• Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying (CPC33020) or an equivalent qualification.
• At least one (1) year of relevant experience working as a bricklayer.
• Construction Induction Card (White Card).
• Ability to read and interpret building plans, drawings and specifications.
• Sound knowledge of brick bonds, mortar mixes, setting out and finishing techniques.
• Ability to safely use bricklaying hand tools, power tools and equipment.
• Good numeracy skills for measuring, levelling and calculating materials.

Desirable

• Current Victorian driver licence.
• Experience on both residential and commercial projects.

Personal attributes

• Reliable, punctual and committed to quality workmanship.
• Physically fit and able to perform manual handling tasks.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong commitment to workplace health and safety.

Working Conditions

• Work is performed outdoors on construction sites in varying weather conditions.
• The role involves standing, bending, lifting and repetitive manual handling, and may include work at heights from scaffolds and work platforms.
• Personal protective equipment (steel-capped boots, high-visibility clothing, eye, hearing and dust protection) must be worn as required.
• Travel between client sites is required.