Formwork Carpenter

Housing Industry Association Limited; Sunshine Coast Regional; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Reform is seeking experienced Formwork Carpenters to join our crews on civil and infrastructure projects across Queensland, including the Sunshine Coast. You will read drawings, set out and construct formwork, and work safely with concrete pours.

AQF Certificate III in Carpentry and a minimum of 2 years formwork experience are required, along with a White Card. You must be physically fit and a reliable team player contributing to high-quality workmanship on major projects.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of formwork/carpentry experience.
• Sound knowledge of WHS requirements and safety practices.
• Experience on civil infrastructure projects and structural concrete works.
• Physically fit with ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specs to determine formwork requirements.
• Set out, construct, install and dismantle formwork for civil and structural concrete works.
• Construct formwork for foundations, bridges and other reinforced concrete structures.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape and assemble timber, plywood and formwork materials.
• Install formwork systems, supports and bracing per drawings and specs.
• Work with steel fixers and concreters to prepare formwork for pours.
• Strip and dismantle formwork safely after concrete placement.
• Inspect completed formwork and rectify defects prior to concrete placement.
• Operate and maintain carpentry hand/power tools safely and maintain a clean site.

Skills

Carpentry

Construction safety

Reading drawings

Measuring and marking

Teamwork in construction

Physical fitness

WHS standards

Education

AQF Certificate III in Carpentry

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

• Undertake formwork carpentry and associated construction activities.
• Read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Construct and dismantle formwork for civil and structural concrete works.

ABOUT US

Reform is a construction company delivering formwork services across major infrastructure projects in Queensland. We work with established formwork crews on Tier 1 projects, including bridge and civil construction projects in Rockhampton and the Sunshine Coast.

Our team is focused on delivering quality workmanship, maintaining high safety standards, and working collaboratively on complex construction projects. We are currently looking for experienced Formwork Carpenters to join our crews and contribute to upcoming projects across the region.

The Role

The successful candidate will undertake formwork carpentry and associated construction activities across our civil and infrastructure and multiple other projects.

Your Duties and Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specifications to determine formwork requirements.
• Set out, construct, install and dismantle formwork for civil and structural concrete works.
• Construct formwork for foundations, bridges, including abutments, headstocks, footings, concrete slabs, walls, columns and other reinforced concrete structures.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape and assemble timber, plywood and other formwork materials to required dimensions.
• Install and secure formwork systems, supports, props and bracing in accordance with construction drawings and project specifications.
• Work alongside steel fixers and concreters to prepare formwork and reinforced concrete structures for concrete pours.
• Strip and dismantle formwork safely following completion of concrete works.
• Inspect completed formwork and rectify defects prior to concrete placement.
• Operate and maintain carpentry hand tools, power tools and construction equipment safely.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area and comply with WHS requirements, site procedures and project-specific quality standards.

Minimum Requirements

• AQF Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant carpentry/formwork experience.
• Machinery: 2 years (preferred)
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.
• Experience working on civil infrastructure and structural concrete projects.
• Strong measuring, setting-out and formwork assembly skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a construction team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Physically fit and capable of performing manual construction duties.
• Valid driver's licence and reliable transport preferred.
• Construction White Card.

Desirable Skills

• Experience working on civil infrastructure and structural concrete projects.
• Strong measuring, setting-out and formwork assembly skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a construction team.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.Physically fit and capable of performing manual construction duties.
• Valid driver's licence and reliable transport preferred.

Job Type: Full-Time

Location: Sunshine Coast – Queensland

Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 per annum

Skills

Carpentry Construction safety Driving licence Formwork Measuring and marking Physical fitness for manual labour Reading construction drawings Teamwork in construction Use of hand and power tools Workplace whs standards

Licenses & certifications

Aqf certificate iii in carpentry Construction white card