Claylens, originally established in 1981 as a family run, family led business supplying brickwork and builders work packages to London and the South East, working on some of the UK’s most iconic projects. Specialist brickwork and builders work contractor, we offer full in-house facilities including design review and value engineering to masonry packages, full site logistic management to suit our client's requirements. Capable of managing labour, plant and material projects in excess of £8m.
Progress into:
- Senior Bricklaying Position
- Site Supervisor
- Site Manager
- Project Manager
- Receive hands-on training from experienced bricklayers, gaining valuable guidance and support
- General laboring, tidying of site, and tool/equipment gathering
- Moving, stacking, and passing bricks to the team, progressing into the laying of bricks and blocks
- Develop skills in laying bricks and blocks, understanding different techniques and patterns
- Learn to prepare, mix and apply mortar correctly, ensuring proper adhesion and strength of the structure to ensure solid and durable brickwork
- Acquire knowledge of interpreting and following architectural plans for accurate bricklaying
- Lay bricks and blocks according to design plans, maintaining accuracy and alignment
- Assist in constructing and repairing masonry structures, using specialised tools and equipment
- Maintain a clean and organised work area, including cleaning tools and storing equipment properly
- Follow all site safety regulations
- Opportunity to watch other trades. This is beneficial to learn the sequence of work on building projects
- Bricklayer Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard
- Activate Apprenticeships - Reading College 1 day per week
Monday to Friday - Various timings including early starts
