Formwork Carpenter
- Installation and striking of formwork for reinforced concrete structures
- Forming walls, columns, slabs, beams, stairs, cores and complex RC details
- Construction of basement structures including retaining walls and temporary works interfaces
- Working with proprietary formwork systems including:
o Doka
o PERI
o RMD
o Other modular formwork systems
- Traditional timber formwork including:
o Shutters
o Stop ends
o Kickers
o Upstands
o Edge shutters
o Bespoke timber moulds and details
- Reading and understanding construction drawings
- Setting out from drawings where required
- Ensuring accurate line, level, plumb and finish of all formwork
- Working alongside steel fixers and concrete teams
- Maintaining high standards of health and safety on site
- Checking materials and reporting any issues to supervisors
Requirements
Qualifications and Requirements – Formwork Carpenter
- Relevant vocational qualification, apprenticeship, or trade certification in Carpentry, Formwork, or Construction is preferred.
- Previous experience working as a Formwork Carpenter within the construction or civil engineering industry.
- Proven experience in erecting, assembling, installing, and dismantling formwork for concrete structures.
- Knowledge of different formwork systems, including traditional timber formwork, plywood, steel, and modular formwork systems.
- Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, technical plans, and specifications.
- Experience in measuring, cutting, shaping, and assembling timber and other construction materials.
- Ability to construct formwork for foundations, columns, beams, walls, slabs, and other concrete structures.
- Knowledge of concrete pouring procedures and formwork support systems.
- Ability to use carpentry tools, power tools, and equipment safely and effectively.
- Good understanding of construction site health and safety regulations.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a construction team.
- Physically fit and capable of working at heights and carrying out manual handling tasks.
- Strong attention to detail to ensure formwork is accurate, level, stable, and secure.
- Good communication and problem-solving skills.
- Willingness to work overtime and weekends when required.