Formwork Carpenter

Housing Industry Association Limited; Perth; On-site; AUD 81,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% Superannuation

Job summary

BB and EMMA.N Pty Ltd. requires an experienced Formwork Carpenter to support residential and commercial projects across the Perth region. You will work at multiple sites performing precision formwork carpentry to project plans and specifications.

Responsibilities include reading plans, selecting materials, installing formwork on site, and ensuring workmanship meets safety standards and building codes. OHS White Card and several years of civil formwork experience are essential.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III/IV or 3+ years relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications.
• At least one year of full-time experience and ability to work independently to specifications and plans.
• Must have OHS White Card and previous construction industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Execute formwork carpentry to high standards while maintaining safety and company standards.
• Read plans and specifications to determine dimensions, materials and installation processes.
• Select materials suitable for formwork considering load-bearing capacity, durability and reuse.
• Construct and install formwork on-site and remove after concrete curing.
• Interpret plans/engineer drawings to meet exacting standards.
• Maintain tools and equipment in safe condition.
• Estimate materials and costs as needed.

Skills

Read plans

Formwork carpentry

Task management

Civil formwork experience

Troubleshooting

OH&S compliance

Work unsupervised

Education

AQF Certificate III/IV in relevant trade

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Target Business Services Position: Full Time – Permanent Location: 202/29 Royd House Street, Subiaco, WA 6008 Salary: $90,000 Plus 12% Superannuation Our client, BB and EMMA.N Pty Ltd. is a prominent Perth based company that specializes in providing reliable and high-quality steel fixing, formwork, precast labor, and scaffolding services for a diverse range of civil, precast and mining projects across Perth and surrounding suburbs. With over 7 years of experience in the industry, the client has established a reputation for excellence, reliability, and high-quality steel works. Over the years, BB and EMMA.N have completed numerous projects of various sizes and complexities, including high-rise buildings, bridges, tunnels, and infrastructure projects. The client is currently recruiting experienced Formwork Carpenter with a solid background working on residential/ commercial projects to work at the multiple sites in the Perth region. As a highly motivated and qualified Formwork Carpenter you will require strong technical knowledge of the building and construction industry combined with a high level of attention to detail.

Minimum Requirements:

• -AQF Certificate III in relevant trade including 2 years on job training or AQF Certificate IV. At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications.
• -The position requires at least one year of full -time experience and the ability to work independently to specifications and plans.

What you will be responsible for:

• -Execute quality formwork carpentry workmanship to the highest level, whilst maintaining our company standards and safety
• -Read plans and specifications to determine the dimensions, materials required and installation processes to be followed
• -Select appropriate materials for formwork construction, considering factors such as load-bearing capacity, durability, and reusability
• -Create formwork that matches the desired shape and dimensions of concrete structures
• -Interpret plans/engineering and project specifications to meet exacting standards
• -Construct and repair structural woodwork and equipment from blueprints and oral instructions
• -Install formwork on-site, pouring concrete into the formwork, and then removing the formwork after the concrete has cured
• -Maintain tools and machinery in safe and efficient operating condition
• -Prepare drawings and sketches of construction and repair projects
• -Estimate costs and orders materials needed.
• -Cut materials, and assemble and nail cut and shaped parts
• -Ensure compliance with relevant building codes, safety standards, and regulations
• -Liaise with clients, other trades in a professional manner
• -Adhere to safety regulations and protocols to maintain a safe working environment

Skills, experience and attributes:

• -Able to read and work from plans
• -Proficiency in carpentry techniques such as cutting, shaping, and joining wood or other materials to construct formwork accurately
• -Ability to manage multiple tasks
• -Must have vast experience in civil formwork, carpentry and be skilled in the use of hand and power tools
• -Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems that may arise during formwork construction
• -Demonstrate an understanding of, and commitment to OH&S principles
• -Able to work unsupervised

The Successful Applicant

You would be required to work in a team environment and would be expected to take on a variety of tasks. You would be required to work at times under pressure and timelines and be available to work in different areas if and when the need arises. The applicant must have an OHS white card and previous experience, preferably in the construction industry. Please note only short-listed candidates will be contacted and your application will be treated as strictly confidential.