Skilled Stone Mason: Walls, Cladding & Finishes

Greys Personnel; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Greys Personnel invites applications for a Stone Mason based in the Johannesburg Sandton area. The role involves constructing, installing, repairing and maintaining stone structures as per drawings and project specs.

The ideal candidate will have a stone masonry qualification or equivalent experience, able to read drawings, and proficient with mortar, stone cutting and finishing techniques. Safety and quality are essential on site.

Qualifications

• Stone masonry qualification, trade certificate or equivalent practical experience.
• Proven experience in stone masonry and construction work.
• Ability to read construction drawings and take accurate measurements.
• Knowledge of mortar mixing, stone cutting, laying techniques and finishing methods.
• Experience using masonry hand tools and power tools.
• Knowledge of construction quality standards and safe working practices.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, measurements and specifications.
• Select, measure, cut, shape and prepare stone.
• Lay stone including granite, sandstone, limestone and other materials.
• Build stone walls, retaining walls, steps, pillars, fireplaces and other masonry structures.
• Prepare and apply mortar, grout and other bonding materials.
• Align, level and plumb stonework to ensure accuracy and stability.
• Install stone cladding, paving, coping and decorative finishes.
• Repair damaged masonry and replace defective stones.
• Measure and calculate material quantities to minimise waste.
• Operate and maintain masonry tools and equipment safely.
• Inspect completed work and rectify defects to meet quality standards.
• Maintain a clean, safe working area.
• Follow site safety procedures and wear PPE.

Skills

Stone masonry reading drawings

Mortar mixing

Stone cutting

Laying techniques

Finishing methods

Masonry hand tools

Masonry power tools

Safety standards

Education

Stone masonry qualification

Tools

Masonry hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Greys Personnel invites applications for a Stone Mason based in the Johannesburg Sandton area. The role involves constructing, installing, repairing and maintaining stone structures as per drawings and project specs.

The ideal candidate will have a stone masonry qualification or equivalent experience, able to read drawings, and proficient with mortar, stone cutting and finishing techniques. Safety and quality are essential on site.