Sector
Construction
Keyword

Brick mason

Construction Labourer

Construction Worker

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Previous relevant work experience

The tasks a Bricklayer, Construction is expected to perform include:

Laying bricks with mortar, and other construction material to construct and repair building-walls, arches, chimneys, floors, pillars and other structures

Directing labourers to prepare mortar in required proportions

Watering the brick structure

Spreading mortar by trowel over foundation or laid bricks and laying bricks by hand in horizontal rows or designs and shapes as per approved specification

Taping bricks with trowel to embed them firmly in mortar and ensuring correct vertical and horizontal alignment of brick setting by sight or with string and plumb bob

Closing gaps in between the bricks by filling with half bricks and mortar and by tapping with trowel

Fixing wooden frames, laying lime concrete over roofing and setting girders in position

Dismantling masonry for reconstruction or facility of work

Carrying out plastering, decoration pointing and repair work

Erecting scaffolding for construction work

Knowledge of construction equipment and tools, brick layering Knowledge about availability, quality and appropriate use of construction materials Knowledge of selecting chisels, pneumatic or surfacing tools and determining sequence of use

Ability to use scribes or chalk and measuring instruments

Competent in handling construction related equipment - accurately

Competent in drilling holes and grooves Knowledgeable about safety measures at work

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Ability to follow instructions

Good hand-eye co-ordination

Attention to detail

Ability to follow instructions

Time management skills

Good co-ordination skills

Physically fit

It is a not desk job

Need not handle a team Local travelling is a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are available in some cities

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Companies usually work for 5/6 days a week and 8/9 hours everyday. This may vary from company to company Shift system maybe available

Being self-employed is also an option. In this case, the working hours and days will be flexible

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This job is considered moderately hazardous or dangerous as per The Building and other Construction Worker's Act (Regulation Of Employment And Conditions Of Service), 1996

Occupational hazards include physical strain, tiredness, back aches, joint pain, general fatigue, exhaustion, falling, bruises, wounds, allergies due to dust, etc.

Health risks include exposure to heavy instruments, hostile temperatures, sharp chisels, stones, bricks, cement and other construction materials

For candidates with up to 2 years of experience INR 4,000 to INR 5000 per month

For candidates with 2 to 5 years of experience INR 5,000 to INR 6,000 per month

For candidates with over 5 years of experience INR 6,000 to INR 8,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Growth of Construction Sector in India

The market value of construction sector in India is projected to expand up to INR 11954 billion by 2017. Continuously increasing infrastructure spending levels of the government has made the industry highly attractive among foreign investors in the recent years.

The Construction sectors growth is expected to reach 7.5 percent by 2016-17 from current growth rates of 5.6 percent and is expected to contribute significantly to the countrys GDP in the next five years thereby showing its vital importance for the economic growth of the nation.

Construction sector is the 2nd largest employer in the country. The sector currently employs over 45 million employees and is slated to employ more than 76 million employees by 2022. This implies additional creation of ~31 million jobs in the 9 year period.

Local and private construction companies across India

Building construction contractors across India

Residential construction companies and real estate developers in India

Cities and towns across India