Shuttering Carpenter

We are currently looking for experienced Shuttering Carpenters for a long-term project in Newtons Cove, by the sea

Project consists of 2 x 5-storey reinforced concrete (RC) frame buildings.

The successful candidates will be experienced in formwork and reinforced concrete frame construction and be able to work safely and efficiently as part of a site team.

• Erecting, assembling and dismantling shuttering/formwork for reinforced concrete structures.
• Setting out and constructing formwork to required dimensions and specifications.
• Working with traditional timber formwork and proprietary formwork systems.
• Forming columns, walls, beams, slabs, cores and other RC structural elements.
• Reading and working from drawings and specifications.
• Measuring, cutting and fixing timber and other formwork materials.
• Installing shutters, supports, walers, braces and associated temporary works.
• Checking levels, dimensions, alignment and plumb before concrete pours.
• Stripping and cleaning formwork following concrete pours.
• Working alongside steel fixers, concrete gangs and other trades.
• Maintaining a clean and safe working area.
• Following site RAMS, health & safety requirements and supervisor instructions.
• Carrying out other reasonable duties associated with shuttering/formwork and RC frame construction.

• Proven experience as a Shuttering Carpenter on RC frame projects.
• Previous experience working on multi-storey reinforced concrete structures.
• Competent with traditional and/or system formwork.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings.
• Good understanding of concrete pours, construction joints and formwork sequencing.
• Ability to work safely at height and around temporary works.
• Good knowledge of site health & safety requirements.
• Reliable, punctual and able to commit to the full 12-month duration.