Apr
02
2023
How Big is Australian Construction Industry?

How Big is Australian Construction Industry?

The construction industry is a crucial sector in the Australian economy, providing a wide range of services related to the design, planning, construction, and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure. The industry has a significant impact on the country’s economy, employment rates, and overall growth. How Big is Australian Construction Industry? is a relevant question and […]

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Mar
28
2023
Bricklaying

What Is The Difference Between Brick Veneer And Double Brick

When it comes to choosing the right material for a home’s construction, there are several options available. Clients want to know which material will work best for them and that is also something you will learn during a bricklayer’s apprenticeship. Two of the most popular materials used in Australia are brick veneer and double brick. […]

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Feb
15
2023

Dean Pearson (Brick and Block Careers – WA Manager) wins an award!

Our very own Dean Pearson (Brick and Block Careers – WA Manager) wins an award for his valued contribution to WorldSkills Australia! “This award essentially acknowledges our continued support for the competition and everything it stands for. To represent all our employees, both past and present, who have at various points in time made significant […]

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Feb
10
2023

Brick and Block Careers – 20 Years of Improvements

The percentage of 25 to 35-year-old bricklayers in Australia has increased since 2001. Positively, the age profile continues to show a larger cohort in the under 35 years old, which reverses the trend seen in previous data where the largest group was heading towards retirement. We now have a high percentage of younger bricklayers in […]

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Feb
01
2023

Transition To Work Program

Brick and Block Careers Vic team attended this fantastic event on 31st Jan 2023. The event was sponsored by the AGA Transition To Work Program in Epping. A free initiative called AGA Transition To Work helps individuals between the ages of 15 and 24 build the practical skills they need to find employment. The Vic […]

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