Stonemasons and Related Trades
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.
About this Career
Average Salary
£29,891New workers start at around £19,548. Normal pay is £29,891 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £42,401
Annual Openings
8Job counts include both employed and self-employed persons in London, and do not distinguish between full and part-time jobs
Daily Tasks
- Levels, aligns and embeds stone in mortar, concrete or steel frame with stone to make and repair structures.
- Uses hand and power tools to shape, trim, carve, cut letters in and polish stone.
- Marks and cuts stone using hammers, mallet and hand or pneumatic chisels.
- Examines drawings, photographs and specifications to determine job requirements.
Skills Employers are looking for
| Skills | Importance |
|---|---|
| Mathematics | 65% |
| Critical Thinking | 63% |
| Reading Comprehension | 59% |
| Learning Strategies | 55% |
| Active Listening | 55% |
| Monitoring | 51% |
| Active Learning | 48% |
| Speaking | 43% |
| Science | 36% |
| Writing | 36% |