Formwork Carpenter

Damcon Pty Ltd; Sydney; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Damcon Pty Ltd is seeking a skilled Formwork Carpenter to join our team on a full-time basis in Gregory Hills, NSW. The role covers formwork carpentry across civil and infrastructure projects, including reading drawings, setting out, constructing and dismantling formwork, and coordinating with steel fixers and concreters.

Ideal candidates hold AQF Certificate III in Carpentry, at least 2 years of formwork experience, a Construction White Card, and a solid WHS compliance mindset.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent relevant qualification.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant carpentry/formwork experience.
• Construction White Card.
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.

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.

Skills

Reading drawings

Measuring

Formwork assembly

Education

AQF Certificate III in Carpentry

Job description

DAMCON PTY LTD

Formwork Carpenter – Full-Time Position

Gregory Hills - New South Wales 2557

Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 per annum

ABOUT US

Form, Reo, Pour.

As one of Australia’s leading FRP companies, Damcon has continued to build upon its reputation, becoming an industry leader. Our in-depth knowledge, dedication, and expertise ensures our clients receive the highest standard in quality. We deliver exceptional quality in all formworks, steel fixing and concreting packages. We are an experienced team focusing on ensuring that projects are executed with precision. Our resource management skills ensure completion in a timely manner which satisfies all our clients. We pride ourselves in our work, hence, we strive to continually provide our clients a seamless experience. Damcon specialises in delivering FRP works in the following sectors:

• Infrastructure
• Rail
• Civil works
• Bridge Works
• Education
• Industrial
• Commercial

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Formwork Carpenter to join our team on a full-time basis.

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 will be:

• 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)
• Construction White Card.
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements.

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: Gregory Hills - New South Wales 2557

Salary: $80,000 – $95,000 per annum