Formwork Carpenter

Work Initiatives; Geehi; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Steady, long-term work

Supportive site team

Safety and quality focus

Job summary

Work Initiatives is seeking a Formwork Carpenter to build, install and strip formwork for concrete projects across NSW. You will read drawings, set out formwork accurately and coordinate with concreters to ensure pour readiness.

Ideal candidates have a Certificate III in Formwork or Carpentry and at least 1 year of hands-on formwork experience, with a White Card and reliable transport to travel to sites.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Carpentry or Formwork or equivalent recognised in Australia.
• At least 1 year hands-on formwork carpentry experience on civil, commercial or residential projects.
• Ability to read construction drawings and set out formwork accurately.

Responsibilities

• Construct, assemble, erect and install formwork for slabs, footings, beams, columns, walls, stairs and kerbs.
• Read and interpret drawings, formwork layouts, structural details and specifications.
• Set out dimensions, levels, alignment and tolerances before and during installation.
• Install props, bracing and temporary supports to keep the formwork stable during concrete placement.
• Carry out pre-pour checks and fix defects before concrete is placed.
• Safely strip formwork, props and supports and prepare for reuse.
• Work with concreters and other trades to meet pour programmes.
• Comply with WHS legislation, SWMS and site safety rules, including working at heights.

Skills

Formwork carpentry

Read construction drawings

Carpentry hand tools

Construction equipment

Team collaboration

Education

Certificate III Carpentry/Formwork (Australia)

NSW White Card

Tools

Power tools

Construction equipment

Job description

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, you will build, install and strip formwork systems for concrete construction, working from drawings and specifications to make sure the formwork is accurate, stable and ready for each pour.

• Construct, assemble, erect and install formwork for slabs, footings, beams, columns, walls, stairs and kerbs
• Measure, cut, shape and assemble timber, plywood and other formwork materials to the required dimensions
• Read and interpret construction drawings, formwork layouts, structural details and specifications
• Set out and check dimensions, levels, alignment and tolerances before and during installation
• Install props, bracing and temporary supports to keep the formwork stable during concrete placement
• Install construction joints, rebates, block-outs, penetrations and cast-in items
• Carry out pre-pour checks and fix any defects before concrete is placed
• Safely strip formwork, props and supports without damaging the finished concrete, then clean, sort and stack materials for reuse
• Work with concreters, steel fixers, plant operators and other trades to meet pour programmes
• Comply with WHS legislation, SWMS and site safety rules, including working at heights

Skills and experience required

• Qualification in Carpentry or Formwork (Certificate III or equivalent), or relevant trade skills recognised in Australia
• At least 1 years' hands-on experience in formwork carpentry on civil, commercial or residential projects
• Ability to read construction drawings and set out formwork accurately
• Sound knowledge of formwork bracing, propping and safe stripping procedures
• Safe, competent use of carpentry hand tools, power tools and construction equipment
• Current NSW General Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Current driver's licence and reliable transport to travel to sites across the regions listed
• Good communication skills and the ability to work as part of a site team

What we offer

• Annual salary of $80,000 – $85,000 plus superannuation
• Steady, long-term work across a varied pipeline of concrete projects
• A supportive site team with a strong focus on safety and quality