Formwork Carpenter

Carmichael UK; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodge & Travel

Job summary

Carmichael UK is seeking experienced Formwork Carpenters for a major long-term civil engineering project in Plymouth. The role focuses on traditional formwork for reinforced concrete structures on site, with emphasis on accuracy, safety, and teamwork.

Applicants should hold a valid CSCS card and have prior experience on large construction projects. The position offers long-term stability, site-based work in Plymouth, and attractive overtime opportunities.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Formwork Carpenter.
• Valid CSCS card relevant to the trade.
• Experience working on civil engineering or major construction projects.
• Good understanding of formwork and reinforced concrete works.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Reliable and committed to long-term work.

Responsibilities

• Formwork carpentry on reinforced concrete structures.
• Erecting and striking traditional formwork.
• Working with shutters, bases, walls and other concrete structures.
• Measuring, cutting and assembling timber formwork.
• Reading and working from drawings.
• Working safely as part of the wider site team.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and site safety.

Skills

Formwork carpentry

Reading drawings

Tools

CSCS card

Job description

Formwork Carpenter - Plymouth

Location: Plymouth

Start - Feb 2027

Duration: Long-term work

Basic Rate: £24.26 per hour

Overtime 1: £36.39 per hour

Overtime 2: £48.52 per hour

Pay Type: WRA PAYE

Lodge & Travel: Available for eligible candidates

Carmichael UK are looking for experienced Formwork Carpenters to join a major long-term infrastructure project based in Plymouth.

This is an excellent opportunity for experienced Formwork Carpenters looking for long-term, stable work on a major civil engineering project.

Security Clearance Requirements

This role is subject to BPSS security clearance and additional project security vetting

Applicants must be willing and able to successfully complete the required security vetting process before starting on site

Candidates will be required to provide the necessary identity, right-to-work, employment history and supporting documentation as part of the vetting process

Due to the specific security requirements of the project, applicants must also meet the nationality requirements applicable to the site and must be a national of a NATO member country

The Role

• Formwork carpentry on reinforced concrete structures
• Erecting and striking traditional formwork
• Working with shutters, bases, walls and other concrete structures
• Measuring, cutting and assembling timber formwork
• Reading and working from drawings
• Working safely as part of the wider site team
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and site safety

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Formwork Carpenter
• Valid CSCS card relevant to the trade
• Experience working on civil engineering or major construction projects
• Good understanding of formwork and reinforced concrete works
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable and committed to long-term work
• This position is subject to BPSS security clearance. Due to the specific security requirements of the project, applicants must be nationals of a NATO member country

What's on Offer

• Long-term, stable work in Plymouth
• Major infrastructure project
• WRA pay rates
• Excellent overtime opportunities