Formwork carpenter

SiteForce Recruitment Pty Ltd; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Consistent long-term project work

Career progression opportunities

Safe working environment

Job summary

SiteForce Recruitment Pty Ltd is seeking a seasoned Commercial Formwork Carpenter to join our team in Brisbane. The role focuses on constructing, assembling and dismantling formwork for large-scale commercial and civil projects, ensuring concrete structures are built safely and to spec.

Responsibilities include reading drawings, erecting formwork, placing supports, assisting concrete pours, and maintaining systems for ongoing use.

Qualifications

• Proven formwork carpentry experience on commercial projects.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and specs.
• White Card and relevant trade qualifications held.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret drawings to determine formwork requirements.
• Measure, cut, assemble and install formwork systems.
• Erect and secure formwork panels, supports and braces.
• Place reinforcement and fixtures within formwork.
• Assist with concrete pours and finishing as required.
• Strip, dismantle and maintain formwork after curing.
• Operate hand and power tools and equipment safely.
• Maintain and repair formwork systems for reuse.
• Collaborate with supervisors and engineers to meet timelines.
• Adhere to health and safety requirements including PPE.

Skills

Formwork carpenter experience

Understanding of formwork systems

Read technical drawings

Hand and power tools proficient

Physically fit and safety-focused

White Card and trade qualifications

Education

Trade qualification in carpentry

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Construction equipment

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Commercial Formwork Carpenter to join our team. The role involves constructing, assembling, and dismantling formwork systems for large-scale commercial and civil projects. You will play a key part in ensuring concrete structures are built to specification, safely and efficiently.

Commercial Formwork Carpenter

We are seeking an experienced and reliable Commercial Formwork Carpenter to join our team. The role involves constructing, assembling, and dismantling formwork systems for large-scale commercial and civil projects. You will play a key part in ensuring concrete structures are built to specification, safely and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications to determine formwork requirements.
• Measure, cut, assemble, and install timber, steel, or prefabricated formwork systems for walls, slabs, beams, columns, and stairs.
• Erect, align, and secure formwork panels, supports, and braces to the correct dimensions and levels.
• Place reinforcement supports, void formers, and embedded fixtures within formwork.
• Assist with concrete pours, compaction, and finishing as required.
• Safely strip, dismantle, and maintain formwork once concrete has cured.
• Operate a range of hand tools, power tools, and equipment associated with formwork carpentry.
• Maintain and repair formwork systems for ongoing use.
• Work collaboratively with supervisors, engineers, and other trades to meet project timelines.
• Adhere to all workplace health and safety requirements, including the correct use of PPE and safe work practices.

Skills and Requirements

• Proven experience as a Formwork Carpenter in commercial construction.
• Strong understanding of formwork systems, concrete structures, and construction processes.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and plans.
• Competent in the use of hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment.
• Physically fit, reliable, and safety-focused.
• White Card and relevant trade qualifications

Benefits

• Consistent, long-term project work across commercial sites
• Opportunities for career progression and training.
• Supportive team culture and safe working environment.