Formwork Carpenter – Long-Term UK Civil Project

SkyBlue Solutions; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days annual leave

Pension

Training opportunities

HS2 induction (BBV)

Job summary

Fortel is seeking experienced carpenters with shuttering/formwork expertise for major UK construction projects in Ipswich. You will follow strict safety procedures, read architectural designs, and measure and prepare sites for woodwork, installing shelves, cabinets and drywall with precision.

Candidates should have CSCS Blue/Gold, 4–5 years of site experience, and be eligible to work in the UK. Long-term opportunities, training, and HS2 induction may be offered.

Qualifications

• CSCS Blue or Gold Card
• Minimum of 4–5 years on site
• Plant and Vehicle Marshall
• Experience in shuttering/formwork carpentry on large construction or civils projects
• Right to work in the UK
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Formwork/Carpentry is desirable
• Using hand and power tools safely
• Following strict site safety procedures
• Making measurements and preparing the site for woodwork
• Designing and installing fitted wooden shelves, cabinets and drywall
• Installing fixtures and fittings such as handles, locks and hinges
• Readings and interpreting designs to meet specifications set by Architects

Responsibilities

• Follow strict site safety procedures
• Make measurements and prepare the site for woodwork
• Design and install fitted wooden shelves, cabinets and drywall
• Install fixtures and fittings such as handles, locks and hinges
• Read and interpret designs to meet specifications set by Architects

Skills

Shuttering/Formwork carpentry

Reading designs/blueprints

Site safety procedures

Measurement & site prep

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Formwork/Carpentry

Tools

Hand & power tools

Plant & Vehicle Marshall

Job description

Fortel is seeking experienced carpenters with shuttering/formwork expertise for major UK construction projects in Ipswich. You will follow strict safety procedures, read architectural designs, and measure and prepare sites for woodwork, installing shelves, cabinets and drywall with precision.

Candidates should have CSCS Blue/Gold, 4–5 years of site experience, and be eligible to work in the UK. Long-term opportunities, training, and HS2 induction may be offered.