Brickwork Apprentice

Measuring the work area and setting out the first rows of bricks (courses) and the damp course Mixing mortar by hand or with a mechanical mixer Laying the bricks on top of each other and applying the mortar with a trowel Shaping and trimming bricks using hammers, chisels and power tools Checking that courses are straight using water or laser spirit levels and plumb lines

Training:
Working towards completing Level 2 Bricklayer Apprenticeship Standard Work based learning with attendance at Hertford Regional College one day per week to achieve the knowledge, skills and behaviours required

Training Outcome:
After successfully completing the apprenticeship you could move into Bricklaying improver roles and continue to progress with the company into a range of roles

Employer Description:
Winchmore Brickwork has been building confidence, building experience and building the environment for over 30 years across all sectors, including Education, Health, Social Housing, Private Housing, Bespoke residential developments, Retail and Commercial. Our motto is ’Be Bothered’. It is not a glib one-liner it is a statement of fact. ‘Be Bothered’ in training, in Health and Safety, in workmanship in building relationships with clients, in building and we are, always. With a long-standing track record of working closely with blue chip contractors across London and the Southeast, Winchmore Brickwork delivers not only outstanding service but a willingness to offer their complete expertise. Involvement in the design, planning and logistics enables us to advise our clients on the most efficient construction processes - saving them time and money. It is this expertise and the desire to work as partners with our clients that sets a standard for the level of service we offer and ensures the strength of our relationship with our clients. We are proud of our long-standing reputation and continue to earn the trust, confidence and respect of our wide ranging clients.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 8.00am - 4.30pm

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Time keeping,enthusiastic