Carpenter

Skyblue SolutionsLeistonreedpublished 10/23/2026

About the company

Duration: Fortel are sourcing experienced carpenters!. Fortel is the largest Midlands based supplier of agency labour to the UK construction industry, providing contractors with pre-briefed, compliant teams formed of trusted and skilled workers for construction and key infrastructure projects.

Your tasks

  • 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
  • Select and also evaluate materials for potential defects
  • Reading and interpreting designs to meet specifications set by Architects

Requirements

  • CSCS Blue or Gold Card
  • Have a minimum of 4-5 years
  • Manual Handling
  • 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
  • Concrete Shuttering & Finishing Occupations: 1 year (preferred)
  • Carpentry: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification

  • CSCS blue (required)

What we offer

Why work with us?

  • 30 days annual leave
  • Pension
  • Individual training and mentoring opportunities
  • Successful applicants will need to attend BBV HS2 induction prior to starting
  • For the right applicant this is a long-term opportunity
  • Be part of one of the UK's largest, and most exciting construction projects!

Other

*Pay: £24.14 per hour · Job description · Role: Carpenter · Rate: £24.14 (PAYE Only) · Location: Ipswich IP164EW Overtime rate after 39 hours Hours: 7:00am-18:00 12 days on 2 days off every other weekend off**

Fortel is an equal opportunity employer. We put people first and believe that by doing so, we are able to provide the highest quality service, while helping our workforce develop and strengthen skills to create sustainable careers.

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate

  • Ipswich IP1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: In person