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Bricklaying Apprentice

PM Bricklaying · Plympton

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Pay
£16,640 a year
Hours
40 a week
Length
21 months
Starts
26 Nov 2026
Advertised closing date
10 Nov 2026
Openings
10 positions
Last checked
2 hours ago

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What you would do

Work on new build and refurbishment projects of varying size and complexity. Lay bricks and blocks using mortar, hand tools and modern construction methods.

Day to day

  • Carry out simple setting out and check levels and alignment
  • Shape and trim materials to meet design specifications
  • Work outdoors as part of a site team, liaising with other trades
  • Follow health, safety, quality and sustainability standards
  • High industry demand with opportunities to specialise and progress
  • Lay bricks and blocks to a good standard.
  • Set out areas using drawings and levels
  • Mix mortar and keep materials organised
  • Use hand tools safely
  • Check lines and levels as you build
  • Work closely with the rest of the teams
  • Follow all health, safety and sustainability rules

What you would study

Bricklayer (level 2)

  • Plymouth Apprenticeship Centre
  • ​Huxley Close
  • ​Plympton
  • ​Plymouth
  • ​PL7 4JN
  • The apprenticeship includes regular training at the Training Centre (2 consecutive days every fortnight)

Training provider: GREENLIGHT TRAINING LIMITED

Working week

07.30-16.30, Monday to Friday.

What you need

Skills they are looking for

  • Communication skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Physical fitness

After the apprenticeship

  • Typical Timescales
  • 0-3 years: Qualified Bricklayer
  • 3-7 years: Senior/Advanced Bricklayer or Foreman
  • 5-10 years: Site Supervisor or Site Manager
  • 10+ years: Construction Manager, Business Owner, or Specialist Consultant

Where

Plympton, South West (PL6).

About PM Bricklaying

An experience Bricklaying Organisation with recently qualified Apprentices.

Things to consider

A CSCS Card or the CITB HSE touch screen test certificate.

Bricklaying Apprentice, PM Bricklaying