Shuttering Carpenters

VGC; Leiston; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation available

Job summary

VGC Group is urgently recruiting for Shuttering Carpenters to join our team on a major project in Leiston, United Kingdom. This long-term opportunity offers a £26.67 per hour CIS rate, Mon-Fri 7am-5pm with overtime potential. Start date ASAP.

Accommodation may be provided depending on location. You will construct, assemble and dismantle formwork for concrete pours, read technical drawings, ensure precise measurements, operate hand and power tools, and work safely with other trades while

Qualifications

• CSCS card (Blue or Gold preferred).
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Formwork/Carpentry (desirable).
• Proven experience as a Shuttering Carpenter on large construction projects.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings.
• Strong understanding of health & safety on site.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Constructing, assembling, and dismantling formwork for concrete pours.
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Ensuring accuracy of measurements and alignment of formwork.
• Using hand tools, power tools, and specialist equipment safely and effectively.
• Working closely with steel fixers, concrete operatives, and other trades.
• Adhering to site health, safety, and environmental standards at all times.

Skills

Reading drawings

Health & safety on site

Right to work in the UK

Education

CSCS card (Blue or Gold preferred)

NVQ Level 2/3 in Formwork/Carpentry

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Specialist equipment

Job description

VGC Group are currently recruiting for Shuttering Carpenters to join our team on a major project in Leiston.

This is a great opportunity for a reliable and hard-working Shuttering Carpenters looking to secure long term work and be part of one of the UKs largest infrastructure projects. You will play a key role in the delivery of this major infrastructure project, working within a safe, high-performing and collaborative environment.

Pay Rate: £26.67 per hour CIS
Hours: Monday - Friday 7am-5pm + overtime potential
Start Date: ASAP

No lodge or travel pay for this role, accommodation can be provided for successful candidates depending on their location.

As a Shuttering Carpenter your responsibilities will include but not be limited to:

• Constructing, assembling, and dismantling formwork for concrete pours
• Reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Ensuring accuracy of measurements and alignment of formwork
• Using hand tools, power tools, and specialist equipment safely and effectively
• Working closely with steel fixers, concrete operatives, and other trades
• Adhering to site health, safety, and environmental standards at all times

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• CSCS card (Blue or Gold preferred)
• NVQ Level 2/3 in Formwork/Carpentry (desirable)
• Proven experience as a Shuttering Carpenter on large construction projects
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Strong understanding of health & safety on site
• Right to work in the UK

For the right candidate, this is a great opportunity to work on a major project on a long term basis.

VGC Group is a leading labour supply provider, partnering with major contractors on major infrastructure and construction projects across the UK. We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we support and develop our workforce throughout their careers.

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