Bricklayer's Assistant – Fixed-Term

Strong, willing hands are wanted on a townhouse construction site in Brakpan. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

You'll report in Brakpan. Relocation is not covered for this one.

• Clear rubble and load it into skips
• Compact soil and layer bedding sand with a plate compactor
• Cut and lay paving bricks along string lines
• Mix concrete and mortar by hand or with a small mixer
• Help offload deliveries of steel, timber and pipes
• Pass tools and materials to the plumber or electrician as needed

• Willing to start early, often at 06:30
• Physically strong and fit for outdoor work in all weather
• A clean record is preferred for some government sites
• Grade 8 or higher

• Paid weekly or fortnightly
• Boots, hard hat and overalls issued on site
• Learn from artisans with a chance to move up to assistant

• If a foreman can vouch for you, put their number on your CV. Site hiring runs on word of mouth.
• Government-funded projects often reserve jobs for people from the local ward. Bring proof of address and ask the site office about the local labour desk.