Formwork Carpenter: Build Foundations & Slabs

Housing Industry Association Limited; Adelaide; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

MGL HERALD CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD in South Australia is seeking a skilled Formwork Carpenter to join our team on a full-time basis. You will read drawings, set out and construct formwork for reinforced concrete works, and work closely with steel fixers to prepare concrete pours.

The role requires a Cert III in Carpentry or equivalent, at least two years of formwork experience, a Construction White Card, and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• AQF Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of relevant carpentry/formwork experience
• Construction White Card
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications
• Sound knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specs to determine formwork requirements
• Set out, construct, install and dismantle formwork for concrete and reinforcement works
• Construct formwork for foundations, slabs, walls, columns, beams and other reinforced structures
• Measure, mark, cut, shape and assemble timber, plywood and formwork materials
• Install and secure formwork systems, supports and bracing per drawings
• Work with steel fixers to prepare formwork and reinforcement
• Strip and dismantle formwork after concrete placement
• Inspect formwork for defects and perform rectifications

Skills

Read drawings

Interpret specs

Formwork assembly

Measuring

Safety awareness

Education

AQF Certificate III in Carpentry

Tools

Carpentry hand tools

Power tools

Job description

MGL HERALD CONSTRUCTION PTY LTD in South Australia is seeking a skilled Formwork Carpenter to join our team on a full-time basis. You will read drawings, set out and construct formwork for reinforced concrete works, and work closely with steel fixers to prepare concrete pours.

The role requires a Cert III in Carpentry or equivalent, at least two years of formwork experience, a Construction White Card, and a strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.