Formwork Carpenter: Build Foundations & Beams On-Site

Construction, Property and Engineering; Tilbury; On-site; GBP 34,440 - 38,572; Part time

Job summary

Randstad CPE seeks an experienced Shuttering Carpenter for a busy site at Tilbury Docks, Essex. The role involves constructing and dismantling formwork for concrete foundations, walls, columns and beams, with immediate start.

You will read drawings, cut and assemble timber, steel or plastic formwork, and ensure accuracy and safety on site. Key requirements include 3–5 years of UK site experience, CSCS Skilled Worker Card (Formwork/Shuttering preferred), own tools and PPE, and high physical

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of proven shuttering carpentry on UK commercial or infrastructure sites.
• Ability to read complex structural drawings and blueprints.
• Own a full set of hand/power tools and PPE.
• Valid CSCS Skilled Worker Card (Formwork/Shuttering Carpentry preferred).
• Maintain high physical fitness for heavy outdoor work.

Responsibilities

• Read, interpret and work accurately from structural drawings and blueprints.
• Measure, cut, assemble and secure formwork for concrete pours (columns, slabs, walls and beams).
• Ensure shuttering is level, aligned, reinforced and capable of withstanding wet concrete.
• Safely dismantle formwork after concrete cures.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow site health and safety procedures.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Formwork carpentry

CSCS card

Tools & PPE

Physical fitness

Punctuality

Communication

Job description

Randstad CPE seeks an experienced Shuttering Carpenter for a busy site at Tilbury Docks, Essex. The role involves constructing and dismantling formwork for concrete foundations, walls, columns and beams, with immediate start.

You will read drawings, cut and assemble timber, steel or plastic formwork, and ensure accuracy and safety on site. Key requirements include 3–5 years of UK site experience, CSCS Skilled Worker Card (Formwork/Shuttering preferred), own tools and PPE, and high physical