Building Mason

A building mason constructs, installs, and repairs structures using materials such as brick, concrete, and stone, following blueprints and adhering to safety regulations. Key duties include reading plans, preparing surfaces, mixing mortar, laying materials with precision, maintaining tools, and collaborating with construction teams. Masons need physical strength, attention to detail, mathematical skills, and proficiency with various masonry tools and equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Blueprint Interpretation: Read and interpret construction blueprints, drawings, and plans to understand project specifications and layouts.
• Material Preparation: Select and prepare bricks, blocks, stone, and other materials, and mix mortar or grout to the required consistency.
• Masonry Work: Lay bricks, blocks, and stone to construct or repair walls, arches, floors, sidewalks, and other structures.
• Precision and Alignment: Use tools like levels, plumb, and chalk lines to ensure structures are properly aligned, level, and stable.
• Surface Finishing: Clean and polish surfaces, fill expansion joints with caulking materials, and apply finishing touches to completed work.
• Tool and Equipment Management: Operate and maintain masonry tools and equipment, such as trowels, mixers, and power saws, ensuring they are in proper working order.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety regulations, wear appropriate protective gear, and identify and communicate potential safety hazards on the job site.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with other tradespeople, contractors, and architects to ensure timely project completion and adherence to specifications.

Skills and Qualifications

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in using modern and traditional masonry tools, including power tools, mixers, and levels.
• Attention to Detail: The ability to perform precise work and ensure the quality and stability of structures.
• Physical Fitness: Strong physical strength for lifting heavy materials, as well as the ability to perform repetitive motions and work in various conditions.
• Problem-Solving: Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and address issues that arise during construction.
• Communication Skills: Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Knowledge of Materials: Understanding of different types of bricks, stones, and concrete, and their properties.

Working Conditions

• Masons work on various projects, from residential homes to large commercial buildings and public works.
• The job often requires working outdoors in different weather conditions and may involve heavy physical labour, working at heights, or in tight spaces.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED1,700.00 - AED2,000.00 per month