Formwork Carpenter – Precast Concrete Specialist

Peak Precast Pty Ltd; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong reputation

Collaborative environment

Cutting edge equipment

Job summary

Peak Precast Pty Ltd is hiring a Formwork Carpenter to join our Sherwood team. The role focuses on building formwork from timber, plywood, and steel, following shop drawings, and maintaining safety on a busy precast site.

You will report to the site supervisor, read technical plans, measure and cut materials, and assemble forms ready for installation. The position offers a full-time, permanent role with a 38-hour base week and opportunities to work on innovative precast projects in South‑East

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent.
• 2–5+ years of formwork carpentry experience on commercial or precast projects.
• White Card (construction induction) mandatory for site work in QLD.
• Ability to read and interpret technical plans and drawings accurately.
• Proficiency with hand and power carpentry tools and safety consciousness.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shop drawings to construct formwork.
• Cut, assemble and install formwork from timber, plywood, plastic or steel.
• Order materials and prepare layouts according to drawings.
• Operate hand and power tools safely on site.
• Assist other trades as required.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety on site.

Skills

Interpreting drawings

Reading technical plans

Leadership

Education

Certificate III in Carpentry

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Peak Precast Pty Ltd is hiring a Formwork Carpenter to join our Sherwood team. The role focuses on building formwork from timber, plywood, and steel, following shop drawings, and maintaining safety on a busy precast site.

You will report to the site supervisor, read technical plans, measure and cut materials, and assemble forms ready for installation. The position offers a full-time, permanent role with a 38-hour base week and opportunities to work on innovative precast projects in South‑East