Salary guide
Cement Mason
- Average salary
- £20,000 – £35,000
- Working hours
- 4 hours/week
ConstructionTrades
- Cement masons are essential for infrastructure projects
Other names this job is known by
- Concrete Finisher
- Concrete Mason
Key responsibilities
- Pour, smooth, and finish concrete for floors, pavements, and structures
- Set forms and ensure proper alignment
- Apply curing and sealing compounds
Skills and qualifications required
- Apprenticeship in construction or concrete finishing
- NVQ/SVQ Level 2 or 3
- Physical fitness
- Attention to detail
- Health & Safety training
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Mason
- Site Supervisor
- Foreman
- Trainer
How to get the job
- Complete an apprenticeship in construction or concrete finishing
- Gain experience on site
- Progress to senior or specialist roles with further training
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