5312 — Stonemasons and related trades
Medium Skilled
Sources checked 26 October 2026. Match the actual duties before choosing a code.
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What this occupation covers
Stonemasons erect and repair structures of stone and similar materials and cut, shape and polish granite, marble, slate and other stone for building, ornamental and other purposes.
Typical duties
examines drawings, photographs and specifications to determine job requirements
marks and cuts stone using hammers, mallet and hand or pneumatic chisels
uses hand and power tools to shape, trim, carve, cut letters in and polish stone
levels, aligns and embeds stone in mortar, concrete or steel frame with stone to make and repair structures
Entry routes and qualifications
There are no formal academic entry requirements, though GCSEs/S grades are advantageous. Entry is typically through an approved apprenticeship programme or college course in conjunction with on-the-job training, leading to a NVQ/SVQ level 2/3 qualification, or through building up work experience supplemented with short courses.
Sponsorship information
Medium Skilled. Actual duties, sponsor, applicant, salary and any transitional or shortage-list conditions must be checked.
Immigration Salary List: 5312 Stonemasons and related trades – all jobs. Nations: England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland. Removal: 31 December 2026.
DBS assessment
No code-wide DBS assessment is assigned. Check actual duties, activities, workplace, frequency and jurisdiction. This code does not determine the level of check.
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