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ARCHITECTURE, CONSTRUCTION & URBAN PLANNING
Mason
Specialized construction worker skilled in building and renovating stone, brick, and concrete structures.
28 000 – 52 000 EUR
Average salary / year
Vocational education or apprenticeship in masonry or construction trades
Education level
00
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Typically 1 to 2 years of vocational training or apprenticeship to reach employability.
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
None
Automation level
Medium
Difficulty
Stable
Employability
Typically 1 to 2 years of vocational training or apprenticeship to reach employability.
Market tension
High
Intl. mobility
None
Compensation
GROSS ANNUAL SALARY
Junior
0–2 years of experience
28 000 – 34 000 EUR/ year
Mid-level
3–5 years of experience
34 000 – 42 000 EUR/ year
Senior
5+ years of experience
42 000 – 52 000 EUR/ year
Indicative amounts: they vary by region, employer, skills and experience.
Entering the profession — Belgium
Access to the profession is generally through vocational schools or apprenticeship programs.
Candidates often start as apprentices and gain practical experience on construction sites before becoming fully qualified masons.
Training — Belgium
The formation relies on a professional curriculum oriented towards practical skills in masonry and construction trades.
- It involves vocational education, apprenticeships, and hands-on training with experienced masons.
- Safety training and certifications are integral parts of the curriculum.
The job market — Belgium
The market demand for masons remains high due to ongoing construction and infrastructure projects.
- Employment opportunities are concentrated in residential, commercial, and public works sectors.
- Remote work is not applicable, and while some tasks face medium automation risk, the profession maintains a stable growth outlook.
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