Greystone and Mason

04/02/2025

Hiring Bricklayers/ Masons

We are looking for a bricklayer/ mason with experience in all or some of the following:

- Bricklaying- Lime and cement
- Flintwork – lime and cement
- General Lime works
- Working on listed and Historic buildings
- General building

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and always produces the best results, although speed is important, the final product is what matters to us. We have a very good reputation and work for some prestigious clients and institutions, so this is very important to us.

Ideal but not essential- CSCS card, any related qualification/ NVQ/ city & guilds, general H&S courses inc site safety plus, first aid etc

Location: We are based in central Norfolk, all of our building/ conservation work is within Norfolk, or very occasionally on the Suffolk/ Cambridge borders.

Employment: Full time employment or sub-contracting available. Van available for on the books employees

Salary: Good hourly rates depending on level of experience- we are willing to pay for the right candidates

Please call 01362 820598 or email [email protected]

22/10/2024

We are Hiring a Carpenter, Decorator, Multi Skilled Tradesperson and a Mason/ Bricklayer for Historic building work in Norfolk

We are looking to take on the above with historical building experience to work on a wide variety of projects from private houses to country halls and churches and even royal properties. Ideally this will be someone who is already experienced in conservation works, although anyone with similar experience in general building/ contracting etc would also be suitable if willing to learn traditional construction techniques. The job will take you to some very interesting places and will especially suit someone with an interest in historic buildings although this is not a requirement.
We are very much looking for someone who takes pride in their work and always produces the best results, although speed is important, the final product is what matters to us. We have a very good reputation and work for some prestigious clients and institutions, so this is very important to us.

Ideal Skills- Experience in any of these is a requirement- the more the better, obviously we are hiring a few different trades- so obviously relevant to the specific trade

Bricklaying- Lime and cement
General building
Flint work – lime and cement
General Lime works
Stone Masonry
Site Foreman experience
Carpentry- General 1st/ 2nd fix
Carpentry- Joinery
Carpentry- Historic oak
Plastering- Lime and Gypsum
Groundworks – Rainwater, soakaways etc
Rainwater goods – Cast iron & aluminium guttering
Decorating- including limewash clay paints but also linseed oil paints and regular emulsions and glosswork etc.

Ideal but not essential- CSCS card, any related qualification/ NVQ/ city & guilds, general H&S courses inc site safety plus, first aid etc

Location: We are based in central Norfolk, all of our building/ conservation work is within Norfolk, or very occasionally on the Suffolk/ Cambridge borders.

Employment: Full time employment or sub-contracting available. Van available for on the books employees

Salary: Good hourly rates depending on level of experience- we are willing to pay for the right candidates

To Apply please email experience to [email protected] or call 01362 820598

17/10/2024

Hiring masons & multi skilled tradesmen for Historic building work

We are looking to take on builders with historical building experience to work on a wide variety of projects from private houses to country halls and churches and even royal properties. Ideally this will be someone who is already experienced in conservation works, although a general builder/ bricklayer/ multi trader etc would also be suitable if willing to learn traditional construction techniques. The job will take you to some very interesting places and will especially suit someone with an interest in historic buildings although this is not a requirement.
We are very much looking for someone who takes pride in their work and always produces the best results, although speed is important, the final product is what matters to us. We have a very good reputation and work for some prestigious clients and institutions, so this is very important to us.

Ideal Skills- Experience in any of these is a requirement- the more the better
Bricklaying- Lime and cement
General building
Flintwork – lime and cement
General Lime works
Stone Masonry
Site Foreman experience
Carpentry- General
Carpentry- Historic oak
Plastering- Lime and Gypsum
Groundworks – Rainwater, soakaways etc
Rainwater goods – Cast iron & aluminium guttering

Ideal but not essential- CSCS card, any related qualification/ NVQ/ city & guilds, general H&S courses inc site safety plus, first aid etc

Location: We are based in central Norfolk, all of our building/ conservation work is within Norfolk, or very occasionally on the Suffolk/ Cambridge borders.

Employment: Full time employment or sub-contracting available. Van available for on the books employees

Salary: Good hourly rates depending on level of experience- we are willing to pay for the right candidates

To Apply please email experience to [email protected] or call 01362 820598

19/08/2024

Bricklayers wanted!

We are looking to take on Bricklayers with new and historical building experience to work on a wide variety of projects from private houses to country halls, churches and other historic buildings

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and always produces the best results, although speed is important, the final product is what matters to us. We have a very good reputation and work for some prestigious clients and institutions, so this is very important to us. The day to day work will vary a lot, from flint walls to ornamental brickwork, new work and historic brickwork repairs

Ideal Skills- Experience in any of these is a requirement- the more the better

General Brick laying – new and historic work

Refurb work

Repointing

Heritage brick repairs

Flintwork lime and cement

Stonework (fixing or masonry)

Experience working with lime mortars (Hydraulic, Putty, Hot Mix) and additives, pozzolans etc- we can give training on additives and other lime types

Ideal but not essential- CSCS card, any related qualification/ NVQ/ city & guilds, general H&S courses inc site safety plus, first aid etc

Location: We are based in central Norfolk, all of our building/ conservation work is within Norfolk, or very occasionally on the Suffolk/ Cambridge borders.

Employment: Full time on the books employment or full time sub-contracting available

Salary: Very good hourly rates depending on level of experience- we are willing to pay for the right tradesman.

To apply or for more information please contact us via email ideally with CV/ work experience outline at [email protected] or phone on 01362 820598

Contractor

22/05/2023

Hiring bricklayers & multi skilled tradesmen

We are looking to take on builders (ideally) with historical building experience and a masonry (brick & flint) backround to work on a wide variety of projects from private houses to country halls and churches and even royal properties. Ideally this will be someone who is already experienced in conservation works, although a general builder/ bricklayer etc would also be suitable as a lot of the skills are the same.

We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and always produces the best results, although speed is important, the final product is what matters to us. We have a very good reputation and work for some prestigious clients and institutions, so this is very important to us.

Ideal Skills- Experience in any of these is a requirement- the more the better
Bricklaying- Lime and cement
General building
Flintwork – lime and cement
General Lime works
Stone Masonry
Site Foreman experience
Carpentry- General
Carpentry- Historic oak
Plastering- Lime and Gypsum
Groundworks – Rainwater, soakaways etc
Rainwater goods – Cast iron & aluminium guttering

Ideal but not essential- CSCS card, any related qualification/ NVQ/ city & guilds, general H&S courses inc site safety plus, first aid etc

Location: We are based in central Norfolk, all of our building/ conservation work is within Norfolk, or very occasionally on the Suffolk/ Cambridge borders.

Employment: Full time employment or sub-contracting available. Van available for on the books employees

Salary: Good hourly rates depending on level of experience- we are willing to pay for the right candidates!

22/05/2023

Hiring Carpenters!

We are looking for time served carpenters to join our team. Also considering sub contractors for continuous or one off work. Lots of grant aided recession proof works throughout this year and lots coming in.
We are a family owned and operated building company based in central Norfolk. We have a reputation for being highly customer focused and producing work of exceptional quality. We mostly undertake conservation/ heritage building works on historic & listed buildings but also do all types of general building (new build, extension, refurbishment).
Who we’re looking for:
Ideally someone who is looking to do things the right way, takes pride in their work and always works to the highest standards.
You will work on your own and with a very skilled team of guys with exceptionally good work ethics and be supported by our office team day to day. The work is very varied, from historic oak roofs to first and second fix in new build (our own projects only)
Desired skills (some or all of the below)
• Roofing carpentry (pitched & flat roofs, dormers etc)
• Experience working with oak
• Heritage carpentry experience
• 1st & 2nd Fix carpentry in new/ refurbishment work
• Joinery experience
• Any other building experience on top of carpentry is advantageous
• Any qualifications, CSCS and H&S accreditations is advantageous
Requirements:
• Must have a driving licence
Work location
Most of our work is in Norfolk with our yard based in central Norfolk- your location is important central Norfolk being the best as we work in the entire county to Suffolk and Cambridge borders
Schedule
Full time Mon- Fri 0700- 16:00 (Leave home at 7am, leave site at 4:pm paid 1 way) 30mins morning 45 mins afternoon breaks.
Salary
Negotiable depending on experience- we are happy to pay for the right person! 28 days holiday a year (inc bank holidays), If on the books a company van will be provided (work use only) and the usual Work clothes & PPE etc.

10/01/2023

We are looking to take on builders with historical building experience and a masonry (brick & flint) backround to work on a wide variety of projects from private houses to country halls and churches and even royal properties. Ideally this will be someone who is already experienced in conservation works, although a general builder/ bricklayeretc would also be suitable if willing to learn traditional construction techniques.

The job will take you to some very interesting places and will especially suit someone with an interest in historic buildings although this is not a requirement.
We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work and always produces the best results, although speed is important, the final product is what matters to us. We have a very good reputation and work for some prestigious clients and institutions, so this is very important to us.

Ideal Skills- Experience in any of these is a requirement- the more the better
Bricklaying- Lime and cement
Flintwork – lime and cement
General Lime works

Other skills that would be ideal in addition to the above
Minor Stone Masonry
Site Foreman experience
Carpentry- General
Carpentry- Historic oak
Plastering- Lime and Gypsum
Groundworks – Rainwater, soakaways etc
Rainwater goods – Cast iron & aluminium guttering

Ideal but not essential- CSCS card, any related qualification/ NVQ/ city & guilds, general H&S courses inc site safety plus, first aid etc

Location: We are based in central Norfolk, all of our building/ conservation work is within Norfolk, or very occasionally on the Suffolk/ Cambridge borders.

Employment: Full time employment or sub-contracting available. Van available for on the books employees

Salary: Good hourly rates depending on level of experience- we are willing to pay for the right candidates.

10/01/2023

We are looking for time served carpenters to join our team. Also considering sub contractors for continuous or one off work. Lots of grant aided recession proof works throughout this year and lots coming in.

We are a family owned and operated building company based in central Norfolk. We have a reputation for being highly customer focused and producing work of exceptional quality. We mostly undertake conservation/ heritage building works on historic & listed buildings but also do all types of general building (new build, extension, refurbishment).

Who we’re looking for:
Ideally someone who is looking to do things the right way, takes pride in their work and always works to the highest standards.
You will work on your own and with a very skilled team of guys with exceptionally good work ethics and be supported by our office team day to day. The work is very varied, from historic oak roofs to first and second fix in new build (our own projects only)
Desired skills (some or all of the below)
• Roofing carpentry (pitched & flat roofs, dormers etc)
• Experience working with oak
• Heritage carpentry experience
• 1st & 2nd Fix carpentry in new/ refurbishment work
• Joinery experience
• Any other building experience on top of carpentry is advantageous
• Any qualifications, CSCS and H&S accreditations is advantageous

Requirements:
• Must have a driving licence

Work location
Most of our work is in Norfolk with our yard based in central Norfolk- your location is important central Norfolk being the best as we work in the entire county to Suffolk and Cambridge borders

Schedule
Full time Mon- Fri 0700- 16:00 (Leave home at 7am, leave site at 4:pm paid 1 way) 30mins morning 45 mins afternoon breaks.

Salary
Negotiable depending on experience- we are happy to pay for the right person! 28 days holiday a year (inc bank holidays), If on the books a company van will be provided (work use only) and the usual Work clothes & PPE etc.

07/09/2022

Complete overhaul of the tower roof coming along nicely at St Margaret De Westwick church in Norwich. This includes a new oak roof, masonry works, new lead roof and the absolutely incredible new spirelet hand carved by us in house by one of our amazing craftsman. Works part of a much larger project on the church which is looked after by Norwich Historic Churches Trust . More photos before and after coming soon 👀

07/09/2022

We are looking to take on builders with historical building experience to work on a wide variety of projects from private houses to country halls and churches and even royal properties. Ideally this will be someone who is already experienced in conservation works, although a general builder/ bricklayer/ carpenter etc would also be suitable if willing to learn traditional construction techniques. The job will take you to some very interesting places and will especially suit someone with an interest in historic buildings although this is not a requirement.

We are very much looking for someone who takes pride in their work and always produces the best results, although speed is important, the final product is what matters to us. We have a very good reputation and work for some prestigious clients and institutions, so this is very important to us.

Ideal Skills- Experience in any of these is a requirement- the more the better
Carpentry- General
Carpentry- Historic oak
Bricklaying- Lime and cement
Flintwork – lime and cement
General Lime works
Plastering- Lime and Gypsum
Groundworks – Rainwater, soakaways etc
Stone Masonry
Rainwater goods – Cast iron & aluminium guttering
Site Foreman experience
Ideal but not essential- CSCS card, any related qualification/ NVQ/ city & guilds, general H&S courses inc site safety plus, first aid etc
Location: We are based in central Norfolk, all of our building/ conservation work is within Norfolk, or very occasionally on the Suffolk/ Cambridge borders.
Employment: Full time employment or sub-contracting available
Salary: Very good hourly rates depending on level of experience- we are willing to pay for the right candidates.