Bricklayer

Bigblue Search Ltd; Taunton; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension

Company van for qualifying employees

28 days' annual leave

Bonus incentives

Team events

Job summary

Bigblue Search Ltd. is seeking an experienced Bricklayer for residential refurbishment and restoration projects across South West England. The role covers new brickwork and specialist restoration across multiple sites, with emphasis on traditional materials and high-quality finish.

You will work on varied residential and restoration projects, maintaining standards and collaborating with other trades to meet deadlines. A CSCS card, full UK driving licence and willingness to travel are required.

Qualifications

• Proven bricklayer experience in residential refurbishment or restoration.
• Skilled in traditional construction methods and lime mortar.
• Hands-on experience with period or heritage properties desirable.
• Excellent workmanship and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out brickwork, blockwork and stonework across projects.
• Completing repairs and restoration to existing brickwork.
• Using traditional lime mortars and specialist materials.
• Constructing/restoring walls, chimneys, arches and decorative brickwork.
• Reading construction drawings and specs and checking levels.

Skills

Bricklaying

Traditional methods

Lime mortar

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Bricklayer - Residential & Restoration Projects

Location: South West England - Various Sites

Salary: Up to £40,000 per annum + Bonus

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Start Date: ASAP

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Bricklayer to join an established building contractor delivering residential, refurbishment and restoration projects across South West England.

Our client specialises in delivering high-quality building works, including residential renovations, property extensions and the restoration of existing buildings.

They are looking for a skilled and reliable Bricklayer who has experience working with traditional building methods and takes pride in producing work to an excellent standard.

This is an excellent opportunity to secure a permanent position with a growing contractor offering varied projects and long-term career stability.

The Role

You will be working across a range of residential and refurbishment projects throughout South West England, undertaking both new brickwork and specialist restoration works.

The successful candidate will be confident working with traditional materials and techniques, ensuring all work is completed accurately and to a high standard.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carrying out brickwork, blockwork and stonework across various projects
• Completing repairs and restoration works to existing brickwork
• Working with traditional lime mortars and specialist building materials
• Constructing and restoring walls, chimneys, arches and decorative brickwork
• Setting out works and ensuring accurate levels, alignment and finishes
• Reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications
• Working in accordance with relevant Building Regulations
• Maintaining a clean and organised working environment, including occupied properties
• Coordinating with other trades to meet project deadlines
• Following all relevant health and safety procedures

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Bricklayer, ideally within residential refurbishment or restoration
• Strong bricklaying skills and knowledge of traditional construction methods
• Experience working with lime mortar and decorative brickwork
• Previous experience on period or heritage properties desirable
• Excellent attention to detail and high standards of workmanship
• Strong organisation and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Own tools and PPE
• Valid CSCS card
• Full UK driving licence
• Willingness to travel between sites across South West England

What's on Offer?

• Salary up to £40,000 per annum
• Company bonus and incentives
• Permanent, full-time employment
• Company pension scheme
• 28 days' annual leave
• Company van for qualifying employees
• Company team events
• Opportunity to work on varied residential and restoration projects