Formwork Carpenter

About us

Mass Concrete and Civil Pty Ltd is a family-owned construction business delivering high-quality concrete and civil construction works across commercial, industrial, residential and infrastructure projects. With more than 15 years of industry experience, we undertake specialist pours, foundations, suspended slabs, formwork and civil works.

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Formwork Carpenter to join our team on a full-time, ongoing basis in Perth, Western Australia. Working across Perth-based construction sites, you will carry out skilled carpentry work to set out, fabricate, install, brace, inspect, repair and dismantle formwork for concrete structures, ensuring safety, accuracy and quality. The role pays $80,000 a year plus 12% superannuation.

What you'll do

• Read drawings and specifications to determine formwork dimensions, materials and construction methods.
• Measure, cut, shape and assemble timber, plywood and proprietary formwork components.
• Set out and erect formwork for foundations, slabs, walls, columns, beams, stairs and retaining structures.
• Install and check formwork supports, ties, braces and fixings for line, level, plumb and stability.
• Coordinate pre-pour inspections and safely dismantle, clean and reuse formwork following authorisation.
• Maintain tools, materials, safe work practices and effective communication with other site trades.
• General labouring, concreting, steel fixing and machinery operation may be incidental to coordinated site activities.

About you

• A relevant carpentry trade qualification (such as Certificate III in Carpentry or equivalent) or at least three years of directly relevant trade experience.
• Proven practical experience in formwork carpentry and interpreting construction plans.
• The ability to work accurately with carpentry tools, measuring equipment and formwork systems.
• A Construction White Card, a driver's licence and a willingness to meet all applicable site safety requirements.
• Reliable teamwork, attention to detail and a strong commitment to WHS.

How to apply

Please apply through this advertisement with your CV and a brief summary of your relevant formwork carpentry experience. We will assess applications on skills, experience and suitability for the role. We welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates with the right to work in Australia.