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Bricklayer

OFO Code: 641201

Last checked 3 October 2026

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1. Occupation identity

OFO code
641201
Occupation
Bricklayer
Classification
OFO 2021
Major group
SKILLED AGRICULTURAL, FORESTRY, FISHERY, CRAFT AND RELATED TRADES WORKERS
Unit group
6412 · Bricklayers and Related Workers

Official description
Bricklayers and related workers lay bricks, pre-cut stones and other types of building blocks in mortar to construct and repair walls, partitions, arches and other structures.

Trade occupation in the OFO source

More official OFO detail

Specialisations: Bricklaying Stopper, Bricklayer (Refractory), Retort Setter (Bricklaying), Kiln Builder, Chimney Repairman, Chimney Builder, Arch Builder, Blocklayer, Bricklayer (Refractory And/Or Chemical), Tuckpointer, Bricklayer and Plasterer, Bricklaying Contractor, Bricklaying Pointer

  • Laying footpaths, kerbs and pavements
  • Laying stone, brick and similar building blocks to construct or repair walls, partitions, fireplaces and other structures such as smokestacks, furnaces, converters, kilns and ovens, piers and abutments
  • Laying bricks or other masonry to build patios, garden walls and other decorative installations

2. Demand status

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