Francis Stone Walling & Patios Ltd are currently recruiting for a Bricklaying apprentice, location can be anywhere within a 30 mile radius of the PL20 area.

On successful application you will be offered the opportunity of an interview. The apprenticeship is open to all ages. Apprentice will be working in all aspects of Bricklaying, Stone Walling, Patio laying, Hard and Soft Landscaping. Some examples are: Block laying/stone laying/patio laying, joint finishes, set out a square, set out to profiles. Interpret drawings and specifications. Measure the work area and set out levels. Mix mortar by hand or with a mechanical mixer. Lay bricks, stone and paving to set dimensions and apply mortar with a trowel to completion. Shape and trim bricks/blocks/stone using hammers, chisels and power tools. Use of spirit levels and string lines to check that courses are straight, horizontally and vertically. Remove waste materials. Repair and renew masonry structures.

Although this is a Bricklaying apprentice role, there will be other aspects of construction and Landscaping involved. When the apprentice is working, they will be shown all the correct procedures. Along with ensuring that their work area is clean and safe, and that all the tools are cleaned and put away correctly at the end of each day.

Person Specification: We are looking for a highly motivated individual to undertake a trade apprenticeship in Bricklaying and ultimately gain an apprenticeship in the trade. The prospective candidate needs to be enthusiastic, punctual, able to take instructions, and reliable. They must be able to cope with the physical side of the role enough to engage in manual labour. They need to have both communication and organisation skills whilst being able to work as part of a team or on their own. The successful candidate will be enrolled onto a 27-month Bricklaying apprenticeship with Greenlight Safety & Training. You will attend college 4 days a month at the centre in Plympton, Plymouth. You will learn your craft with experienced tradesmen and work your way to building a successful career in masonry. This vacancy is open to all ages.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship? Our longer term goal for the apprentice would be to become a site supervisor or manager. Directly after your apprenticeship, you could be offered any of the following career progression routes: Level 3 Bricklaying Apprenticeship (advanced Bricklaying) Level 2 Property Maintenance Apprenticeship (general builder/all trades Apprenticeship)

Working Week and Pay: Apprentice will be expected to work a minimum of 30 hours a week and a maximum of 40 hours a week with exception for college.

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, Apprenticeship Salary: £192-£256 per week. Monday to Friday Work Location: In person

Job Type: Apprenticeship

Pay: £6.40 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 30 per week

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Overtime
Weekend availability

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Language:

English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

Driving Licence (preferred)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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