2026 Trade Apprenticeship - Stone Mason
Job Title: Stone Mason (Apprenticeship – 2 years)
What Are We Looking For?
We are looking for individuals with a genuine interest in construction and the built environment who are keen to learn and develop new skills. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, reliable, and motivated, with the ambition to build a long-term career and progress into a supervisory role over a five-to-ten-year period.
Role Overview
Vetter UK Ltd is a specialist stone contractor and leading company in the UK stone industry. We operate throughout the UK with the capability to undertake all aspects of work; designing, supplying and installing high quality Facades, Floors, Internal Fit-Out, Urban Landscaping, Restoration and Conservation. You will be based at one of our projects across the UK, working across various sectors including hospitals, airports, railways and football stadiums.
As a Stone Mason, you will learn to install various stone components across the interior of a building, both new builds and refurbishment projects, including staircases, bathrooms, flooring and wall cladding. You will also learn how to install handset stone cladding and hard landscaping across the outside of structures, shaping the building façade and external realms. You will work closely with experienced stone masons who will support your development, helping you build practical skills, confidence, and a strong understanding of stone masonry.
Accuracy, attention to detail, and a positive attitude to learning are essential, and full training will be provided.
The safety of our workforce is our highest priority at Vetter UK.
Location
You will be required to work across projects within the UK. Projects are likely to include Oxford, Olympia and Old Oak Common, but you maybe asked to work on other projects.
Apprenticeship Level and Standard
Apprenticeship Provider
Laing O'Rourke collaborates with trusted and approved training providers to deliver our apprenticeship programmes. Successful candidates will be enrolled by Laing O'Rourke during the onboarding stage.
Entry Requirements
- Eligibility to work in the UK without restrictions (valid work permit if applicable)
- A minimum of Grade 4 in both English and Maths
Please note that the apprenticeship training provider is based in Bath, and learning will be delivered through block release. You will need to be able to travel to Bath on a Sunday evening approximately 4–5 times per year to attend the required training.
The Laing O'Rourke Trade and Technical Apprenticeship Programme – What Can You Expect?
The Trade and Technical Apprenticeship Programme provides a formal college education leading to a Level 2 and/or Level 3 apprenticeship standard in your chosen vocation. Alongside this, you will gain a broad range of practical trade skills through on-the-job training, supported by our qualified and experienced workforce and construction professionals.
You will be assigned a dedicated mentor, and your approved training provider will work closely with you, offering regular support and feedback to help you successfully complete your apprenticeship and build a strong foundation for your future career.
Application Deadline
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we may close a role once enough candidates have applied. We encourage all applicants to apply as early as possible, so you don't miss the opportunity to be considered.
Accessibility and Support
We are committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all candidates. If you require any adjustments or support to your application, or at any stage of the process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
