Perth Formwork Carpenter - Full-Time, Concrete Finishing

nan; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

S&C Concrete Services Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Formwork Carpenters to join our team on commercial and industrial concrete construction projects across Perth. The role focuses on formwork carpentry, including preparation, assembly, installation and dismantling of formwork for concrete works.

Experience in concrete placement and finishing, including screeding and levelling, is highly valued. Full-time positions based in Perth; pay $40–$50 per hour with 40+ hours weekly.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' relevant experience as a Formwork Carpenter.
• Strong practical formwork carpentry experience.
• Experience measuring, cutting, assembling and installing timber, plywood and formwork systems.
• Ability to read construction drawings and work accurately from plans and measurements.
• Practical experience with concrete placement, screeding, levelling or finishing associated with formwork construction.
• Trowel-finishing experience highly regarded.
• Experience operating ride-on power trowels highly regarded.
• Good construction-site safety awareness.
• Reliable and able to work independently and as part of a construction team.
• Relevant trade qualification or completed apprenticeship highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret construction drawings, plans and specifications.
• Set out work areas and prepare layouts for formwork structures.
• Measure, cut, shape and assemble timber, plywood and formwork components.
• Construct, erect, install, modify and dismantle formwork for slabs, beams, columns, walls and footings.
• Install bracing, supports and frameworks and ensure formwork is level, aligned and structurally secure.
• Check completed formwork for correct positioning, dimensions and readiness for concrete placement.
• Assist with concrete placement and monitor formwork during pours.
• Assist with screeding, levelling and finishing of concrete.
• Strip formwork and undertake minor make-good works.
• Use carpentry hand tools, power tools, levels, saws and measuring equipment safely.
• Comply with workplace health and safety requirements and site procedures.

Skills

Formwork carpentry

Concrete placement

Reading drawings

Measurement & layout

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

Trade qualification

Tools

Ride-on power trowels

Power finishing equipment

Hand tools

Measuring tools

Job description

S&C Concrete Services Pty Ltd is seeking experienced Formwork Carpenters to join our team on commercial and industrial concrete construction projects across Perth. The role focuses on formwork carpentry, including preparation, assembly, installation and dismantling of formwork for concrete works.

Experience in concrete placement and finishing, including screeding and levelling, is highly valued. Full-time positions based in Perth; pay $40–$50 per hour with 40+ hours weekly.