Description

Stonemasons erect and repair structures of stone and similar materials and cut, shape and polish granite, marble, slate and other stone for building, ornamental and other purposes.

Tasks

• Examines drawings, photographs and specifications to determine job requirements marks and cuts stone using hammers, mallet and hand or pneumatic chisels uses hand and power tools to shape, trim, carve, cut letters in and polish stone levels, aligns and embeds stone in mortar, concrete or steel frame with stone to make and repair structures

Entry Requirements

There are no formal academic entry requirements, though GCSEs/S grades are advantageous. Entry is typically through an approved apprenticeship programme or college course in conjunction with on-the-job training, leading to a NVQ/SVQ Level 2/3 qualification, or through building up work experience supplemented with short courses.