Karl Brett
Brickalyer
Canvey Island,England
Summary
Diligent masonry professional with superior record of reliable quality performance. Maintains safe and controlled work environment with strict safety standards and attention to detail. Goal-oriented bricklayer with demonstrated expertise in new build construction and building repairs. Managed many complex masonry projects for large construction companies and achieved significant materials savings through reduced waste. Proven team leadership skills led to reduction in lost labor time and helped to keep each project on track for timely completion.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Brickalyer
RKB Brickwork Ltd
Canvey Island, Essex
04.2000 - 10.2023
- Carried out general day-to-day duties on site, keeping debris picked up, safety optimised and supplies organised.
- Situated bricks and masonry units to build chimney and fireplaces.
- Read and interpreted sketches and blueprints to measure materials required.
- Set bricks, concrete blocks and structural tiles to prepare for foundation.
- Prepared and organised bricks for use in construction projects.
- Operated hand and power tools practising safety measures.
- Constructed repair walls and structures in residential, industrial and commercial locations.
- Interpreted technical drawings and plans to build walls to precise specifications.
- Placed bricks to build patios, garden walls and other decorative installations.
- Maintained faultless quality and safety standards throughout wall constructions and repairs.
- Measured angles to gauge vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
- Positioned stone to provide veneer facing to walls or other surfaces.
- Upheld health and safety standards, wearing necessary PPE and adhering to site regulations.
- Cut and trimmed bricks and concrete blocks following specifications.
- Operated brick-cutting machines to cut bricks to desired shape.
- Prepared work area using standard tools including chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
- Built new smokestacks, kilns and ovens for industrial clients.
- Completed repairs on walls, partitions and fireplaces to restore stability and increase longevity.
- Created new kerbs and pavements beside roads and footpaths.
- Interpreted blueprints, plans and drawings to lay blocks, stones and bricks to client specifications.
- Provided detailed quotes and estimates to clients, clearly accounting for labour, materials and additional costs.
- Performed basic tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and basic masonry work required to complete jobs.
- Applied knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment and materials to complete accurate work.
- Repaired and maintained building blocks.
- Cut bricks and concrete using powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
- Aligned bricks, employing hand-eye coordination to achieve professional final appearance.
- Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.
- Placed brick, stone and manufactured blocks to create inlaid footpaths.
- Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
- Maintained compliance with company procedures and safety standards, minimising injury and accident risks.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Used bricklaying skills to create attractive decorative installations for residential and commercial customers.
Administrator
Quality row fitted bedrooms
Rochford, Essex
10.1997 - 04.2000
- Effectively managed incoming and outgoing mail to maximise office efficiency.
- Liaised with customers to resolve enquiries, appointment requests and billing questions.
- Collaborated with different departments to maintain positive rapport and smooth workflow.
- Oversaw database to maintain updated records and accuracy.
- Interacted with customers professionally by phone, email and in-person to deliver accurate service information.
- Delivered new hire training and mentored established staff on processes and procedures.
Education
GCSEs -
The Cornelius Vermuyden School
Canvey Island 08/1990 - 06/1997
NVQ Level 2 - Bricklaying
College of North West London
London 08/2006 -
Skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Faultless time management
- Excellent communication
- Construction management
- New construction and renovation
- Project estimation and bidding
- Team management
- Materials estimating
- Team oversight
- Commercial construction
- Job site management
- Job planning
- Safety compliance
- Residential construction
- Height work
- Laser levels
- Plumb levels
- Stone cutting
- Bond patterns
- Materials knowledge
- Team Building
- Training and mentoring
- Plan reading
- Safety-conscious
- Residential and commercial projects
- Strong masonry knowledge
Languages
English
Native
Timeline
Brickalyer
RKB Brickwork Ltd
04.2000 - 10.2023
Administrator
Quality row fitted bedrooms
10.1997 - 04.2000
GCSEs -
The Cornelius Vermuyden School
08/1990 - 06/1997
NVQ Level 2 - Bricklaying
College of North West London
08/2006 -
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