MASON/CARPENTER.

Measuring, marking up, cutting, shaping, fitting, and finishing timber.
Using a range of hand and power tools.
Installing floor joists, floorboards, roof trusses, and wall partitions.
Fitting interiors such as staircases, doors, skirting boards, cupboards and kitchens.
Drawing and working with technical drawings.
Gaining knowledge of different types of wood and their uses.
Carrying out jobs in dusty conditions, or working outdoors in all weather and at height.
Read and interpret blueprints/drawings to determine specifications and calculate materials required.
Lay bricks, stone, or similar materials to build or refurbish walls, arches, chimneys, and other structures.
Apply and smooth mortar or other mixture over the work surface.
Operate heavy machinery and tools, such as mixers, saws, drills, and blowtorches.
Restore, clean, and repair existing masonry structures.
Ensure structures are level and compatible with local codes and regulations.
Maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Qualifications:
Ability to use, repair, and maintain machines and tools.
Knowledge of building and construction.
Design skills and knowledge.
Be thorough and pay attention to detail.
Excellent verbal communication skills.
Able to work well with others.
Ability to stand and kneel for long periods.
Ability to lift heavy materials and work long hours.
Knowledge of hand-held and power tools including power vibrators, polishers, cutting saws, and edging tools.
Physically fit with good hand-eye coordination.
Knowledge of mathematics.
Able to work shifts, at night and on public holidays as required.
With a clean Police record.