Blocklayer

A Blocklayer lays blocks and bricks to create a range of building structures. You may use blocks to build large structures like residential homes or use them to create smaller projects like retaining walls or garden structures. Blocklayers often work from plans and specifications but may also come up with their own designs.

Blocklayers should have good teamwork skills and be able to follow instructions closely. You’ll need to be physically fit and able to manage the heavy lifting and manual labour involved in this type of work. Blocklayers require excellent attention to detail and should be able to manage their time well.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $57,200
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a blocklayer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended
CPC33020

Certificate III in Bricklaying and Blocklaying
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 48 months
$0 - $44,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bricklayer Blocklayer Apprentice Bricklayer
Demolition Labourer Demolition Worker
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Bricklayer Blocklayer Apprentice Bricklayer Demolition Labourer Demolition Worker + 2 more
CPC40120

Certificate IV in Building and Construction (Building)
Blended, On Campus, Online
11 - 18 months
$0 - $9,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Building Estimator Construction Supervisor Site Foreman
Construction Project Manager Construction Estimator Building Supervisor Building Contractor Wind Turbine Engineer Field Engineer Electrical Linesman Rail Traction Linesman Cable Jointer Substation Technician Blocklayer Apprentice Scaffolder Engineering Surveyor Architectural Designer Sprinkler Fitter General Hand Building Inspector Construction Consultant Civil Construction Supervisor Site Manager
+ 20 more
CPC32320

Certificate III in Stonemasonry (Monumental/Installation)
Online, Traineeship
3 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stonemason Blocklayer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Stonemason Blocklayer
CPC30320

Certificate III in Concreting
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
3 - 24 months
$0 - $19,959
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Concreter Blocklayer Asbestos Removalist
Pool Builder
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Concreter Blocklayer Asbestos Removalist Pool Builder + 1 more
CPC31420

Certificate III in Construction Waterproofing
Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 36 months
$0 - $15,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Waterproofer Glazier Blocklayer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Waterproofer Glazier Blocklayer
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Related occupations

Apprentice Bricklayer

An Apprentice Bricklayer assists in building projects, laying bricks under supervision and requiring strength, coordination, and attention to detail.

Avg yearly income $49,920
Skill level Beginner

Bricklayer

Bricklayers construct structures using bricks and stones, collaborating with other builders and ensuring precision in various projects.

Avg yearly income $72,800
Skill level Beginner

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