Keith Schleiger is the on-site Foreman on the TV show The Block and has proved to be an audience favourite. He joined the show in 2011 and is currently in production on the next series.

There’s nothing Keith takes more seriously than his job as Foreman on The Block and that job certainly hasn’t gotten easier over the years. No wonder he gets cranky. Nicknamed “The Blockinator” for his “my way or the highway” attitude, Keith knows how to get what he wants. His extensive building knowledge along with his firm and fair leadership style has enabled Keith to gain respect and trust of both the contestants and audience.

A true man’s man, Keith’s passions in life are sport and building. Growing up in Melbourne, he started his career in sport at the age of 15, representing Victoria in the Under 16 schoolboys’ AFL team and playing Under 19’s for North Melbourne. Keith also played district cricket for North Melbourne as opening bowler over four successful years, often bowling to past, present and future Test players.

At age 17, Keith began an apprenticeship as a carpenter alongside his sporting commitments. When his sporting days were over, Keith was a fully qualified ‘chippie’ and began to build himself a successful career in the industry. At age 21, he had already built an entire primary school, and his drive for knowledge and success soon saw him become a highly respected builder in the industry. Over his 26-year career, Keith has been responsible for many of Victoria’s best buildings, overseeing the construction of everything from entire hotels to Toorak mansions.

Alongside his role with The Block, Keith has just finished building his own home for his young family. A perfect ambassador for his trade, Keith has excellent communication skills and is admired amongst his peers for being ethical, energetic and a positive role model for both young and old. He recently released his first book – Be Your Own Builder: How to Design and Build Your Own Home. The book provides information on Keith’s years of building knowledge and know-how and is an invaluable resource.

Keith is currently in production for the next series of The Block and regularly makes personal appearances at Expos and Trade Shows.