Brick and Block Careers

Huge congratulations to Ethan Miller for winning the award in the Bricklaying category at the 2024 CITC Outstanding Graduating Apprentice & Industry Encouragement Awards. Our CEO Michael Morrissey and Industry Engagement Officer - Nadine McEwan (NSW-ACT) presented the award to Ethan! We're incredibly proud of his hard work and dedication. Congratulations to all the winners - your skills and achievements are inspiring. #brickandblockcareers #CITCAwards #apprenticeship #tradelife #brickaying #HIA #masterbuilders

Witnessing the future of skilled trades at the WorldSkills Australia - regional competition last week at TAFE SA Bricklaying was incredible! It was wonderful to witness the return of this event after five years! We are very proud of the five enthusiastic competitors from TAFE SA and FCTA and are grateful to our amazing trainers for their unwavering commitment. Big thanks to PGH Bricks & Pavers and Austral Bricks for their support. Brick and Block Careers team was represented by Michael Morrissey, Tony Bishop and Elisha Walsh. #BrickandBlockCareers #WorldSkillsAustralia #TAFESA #FCTA #SkillsCompetition #bianco #Milwaukee #SA

WorldSkills International Competition update - We are very proud of Ethan Everett's achievement; it is commendable! Securing a Medallion for Excellence in Bricklaying at the WorldSkills International Competition is significant. It's inspiring to hear how his family legacy has influenced his career path and how the support of TAFE NSW, WorldSkills Australia, and his mentor, Andrew Hosking, has played a crucial role in his success. Well done and big congratulations Ethan Everett for securing a Medallion for Excellence in Bricklaying at the 47th WorldSkills International Competition! #brickandblockcareers #bricklaying #blocklaying #masterbuilders #hia

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Brick and Block Careers is excited to launch our Female Apprentice Bricklayer (FAB) Incentive Scheme! Get an extra $1,500 (in addition to the existing $3,000 Brick and Block Careers - Brick Start subsidy): when you employ a female apprentice. Contact your Industry Engagement Officer to learn more about this Incentive – 1300 66 44 96. This Applies to all female apprentices signed up from the 1st of September 2024. #FemaleApprenticeBricklayer #apprenticeships #womeninconstruction #buildingtrades #aussiefemalebrickies #FAB #brickandblockcareers #HIA #MBA

Great to see Ethan Everett, the Cement Australia supported WorldSkills contestant on Sunrise showing his bricklaying skills. Ethan will be heading to France as a member of the Skillaroos team representing Bricklaying in the Worldskillls International competition. We wish Ethan all the very best.

Hannah our bricklaying apprentice... Hannah is doing a great job and has been fully embraced by the team (in a trade that is male-dominated). Hannah's success has expanded Brickit's recruiting approach to find more female candidates which is exciting for our future. #construction #bricklayer #tradies #builders

At Midland Brick, we believe in the power of strong partnerships, and today we’re thrilled to shine a spotlight on our valued relationship with Brick and Block Careers 🤝 Brick & Block Careers is dedicated to promoting bricklaying training options, pathways, and engagement opportunities across Western Australia. Together, we’ve built strong relationships with Registered Training Providers from Bunbury to Geraldton and everywhere in-between. We've supported events like the World Skills Competition and the Skills West Careers Expo. We've also provided countless young individuals with the encouragement and support they need to pursue a career in bricklaying, regardless of their background or level of education. 📣 Testimonial: "Barry Cottom and his team at Midland Brick have been instrumental in adding tremendous value to the training experience, by providing essential knowledge, training materials, and general one-on-one support. Their backing is crucial in validating the importance of quality training and addressing the greater need for bricklayers, especially in times of high demand." We are truly grateful for the support and partnership of Brick & Block Careers and look forward to achieving even greater results for the industry in the years to come.

Today, Minister Hannah Beazley MLA, visited South Metropolitan TAFE (Thornlie Campus) to meet and speak to the Free* Bricklaying Job Ready Students. Brick and Block Careers anticipates all 11 students will complete the course and have the opportunity to go out on-site with bricklayers who are actively looking for apprentices. The next Bricklaying Job Ready Program are below; - Bunbury commencing 30th of September - Clarkson commencing 28th of October - Rockingham & Geraldton commencing 4th of November Thank you for the support from the Department of Training and Workforce Development Housing Industry Association (HIA) Brick and Block Careers and Midland Brick Workskil Australia Workforce Australia Local Jobs – Perth North Workforce Australia Local Jobs - South West WA Department of Education, Western Australia Steven Marrows Michael McGowan Dean Pearson #brickandblockcareer #jobreadyprogram #thornlieTAFE #bricklayingapprenticeships #feefreecourse #apprenticeships #bricklaying #waapprenticeships #career #brickbybrick #apprentice #careeropportunities

Our CEO, Michael Morrissey attended the National Skills Week launch in South Australia last night! Connecting with the state's education, skills, and training community was inspiring. It was great to hear insights from Brian Wexham, Cameron Baker, Blair Boyer MP, Paul Starick, and Trevor Schwenke. We're excited to be part of such a passionate group driving apprenticeships and traineeships forward in SA. #Brickandblockcareers #NationalSkillsWeek #SouthAustralia #apprenticeships #traineeships #MEGT #HIA #masterbuilders SkillsOne Television Hilary Ashworth Anne Cazar