Posted 16d ago

Formwork Carpenter

Ace Civil Pty Ltd South Granville NSW 2142

Permanent Full time

Key points we found

  • Examine drawings and specifications to determine material quantities.
  • Prepare and erect framework and formwork to civil structures, footings, slabs, and more.
  • Inspect work and materials for compliance with specifications.

Ace Civil Pty Ltd currently has a vacancy for the position of Formwork Carpenter. Our company is located in South Granville, NSW. Founded in Sydney, Australia in 2018, Ace is a full-service early works contractor working in the construction industry. Services include Asbestos Removal, Demolition, Earthworks, Civil Works, Piling, Shoring Systems and Contaminated Site Management.

The company is situated within the corporate structure of the Ace Group. Our corporate group is a large-scale employer in the building and construction industry and has management of numerous construction projects. We have experienced unprecedented growth in recent years which has created an increased growth in employment opportunities.

Key tasks and responsibilities of the role:

  1. examine drawings and specifications to determine material quantities;
  2. prepare preliminary sketches and ongoing work drawings;
  3. calculate costs and estimate time scales in accordance with work programs;
  4. acquire timbers and other materials and prepare site layouts;
  5. cut timbers and other materials and assemble and nail component parts;
  6. erect prepared frameworks and verify trueness of structures according to plans;
  7. assemble prepared wood to form structures ready for pouring concrete slabs;
  8. inspect work and materials for compliance with specifications;
  9. prepare, erect and repair framework, flooring and subflooring, internal and external walls and cladding;
  10. prepare and erect framework and formwork to civil structures, footings, slabs, trench drains, lift pits, culverts, pavements, etc;
  11. formwork erection and stripping;
  12. liaison with sub-contractors on company work sites.

Key skills and experience required:

  1. AQF Certificate IV or AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or alternatively, three years of relevant experience may substitute for formal qualifications (with overseas obtained qualifications being considered where the qualification is assessed as suitable);
  2. One years of work experience in the occupation or three years where applicant relies on work experience in lieu of formal qualifications;
  3. Proficiency in the English language;
  4. Excellent communication – both written and verbal;
  5. Strong understanding of workplace WHS procedures.

We currently have a number of vacancies for the position of Formwork Carpenter. The salary level on offer for the position is $85,000.00 per annum plus superannuation.

Applicants must provide their current CV and a covering letter outlining their Australian experience and formal skills. Applicants must indicate whether they are Australian Citizens or permanent residents and confirm their unrestricted permanent authority to work in Australia.

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Skills
Estimating
Formwork erection
Formwork stripping
Material Handling
Reading and Interpreting Specifications
Reading Drawings
Teamwork
Use of hand and power tools
Workplace WHS procedures

More details
Expiring date
4 Jul 2026
Date posted
3 Jun 2026
Category
Construction
Occupation
Ironwork & Metal Fabrication
Contract type
Permanent
Work type
Full time
Job mode
Onsite / Standard business hours
Industry
Construction
Sector
Privately held company
Desired education level
Vocational or certificate
Company size
201 to 1000

Ace Civil Pty Ltd

201 to 1000
Company size
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