Lay bricks

Description

Lay bricks in the specified pattern and apply a layer of mortar to create walls. Make sure every course of bricks is level and flush.

Occupations requiring this skill

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Skill demand overview
  • Essential in 1 occupations
  • Optional in 2 occupations
  • Total: 3 occupations
  • Most common in: ISCO major group 7 (Craft and related trades workers)

Essential for

  • Bricklayer
    Bricklayers assemble brick walls and structures by skilfully laying the bricks in an established pattern, using a binding agent like cement to bond the bricks together. They then f…

Optional for

  • Bricklaying supervisor
    A bricklaying supervisor is a professional who oversees and manages bricklaying projects, ensuring the efficient and accurate construction of brick and masonry structures. They pla…
  • Steeplejack
    Steeplejacks are specialised heightworkers who safely scale the outside of buildings and structures to perform critical work. Duties The job role of a steeplejack involves the foll…

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Last updated on February 18, 2026

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