About This Role
The Mason is responsible for carrying out masonry and general construction works using bricks, concrete blocks, stones, tiles, cement, and other building materials. The postholder must ensure that all work is completed accurately, safely, and according to approved drawings, specifications, and construction standards.
Responsibilities
- Construct walls, partitions, foundations, columns, drainage structures, pavements, and other masonry works using bricks, concrete blocks, stones, and cement
- Read and interpret construction drawings, plans, measurements, and technical specifications
- Measure, mark, and prepare work areas before commencing masonry activities
- Prepare cement mortar, concrete, plaster, and other construction mixtures in the correct proportions
- Lay bricks, blocks, and stones evenly and accurately using levels, plumb lines, measuring tapes, and other masonry tools
- Carry out internal and external plastering, rendering, screeding, and finishing works
- Install floor and wall tiles, paving blocks, kerbstones, and other finishing materials where required
- Construct and repair concrete floors, steps, pathways, drains, boundary walls, and retaining walls
- Repair cracks, damaged walls, plaster, concrete surfaces, and other masonry structures
- Ensure that walls, floors, and other structures are properly aligned, levelled, and finished
- Assist with the construction and installation of formwork for concrete structures where necessary
- Pour, spread, compact, and finish concrete for floors, slabs, foundations, columns, and other structures
- Estimate the quantity of cement, sand, blocks, bricks, tiles, and other materials required for assigned work
- Minimise wastage and ensure the proper use of construction materials
- Inspect completed work and correct any defects or imperfections
- Maintain masonry tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and serviceable condition
- Follow instructions provided by the Site Supervisor, Foreman, and Engineer
- Work closely with carpenters, electricians, plumbers, painters, steel fixers, labourers, and other construction personnel
- Erect and dismantle basic working platforms or scaffolding in accordance with safety requirements
- Ensure that construction debris and unused materials are cleared from the work area
- Comply with all workplace health and safety procedures
- Wear the required personal protective equipment, including safety boots, gloves, helmets, protective glasses, and reflective clothing
- Report unsafe conditions, defective equipment, accidents, injuries, or construction defects to the supervisor immediately
- Perform any other masonry, construction, repair, or maintenance duties assigned by Supervisor
