Formwork Carpenter / Concreter

We are an Australian small civil construction company looking for reliable people wanting secure and long term employment. We carry out a wide range of commercial projects predominantly located in the Melbourne CBD area. The increasing demands for our high quality, reliability and consistency has meant that we need to recruit experienced and hardworking Concreters and Formworkers to join our busy team.
FORMWORK CARPENTER / CONCRETER JOB SUMMARY:
Required to perform a variety of tasks including but not limited to: assembling, preparing and repairing a variety of formwork systems on commercial construction sites. Applicants will also be required to perform: forming, placing, finishing, protecting and repairing all concrete surfaces, according to specifications and drawings. Placing and tying reinforcement. Performing quality work at a productive rate with minimal supervision. Following company safety policies, showing up to job site on time and ready to work. Following instructions and working as a member of a team.
REQUIREMENTS:

• Be trade qualified in Carpentry (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a Formworker on Commercial/Civil Construction projects.
• Previous experience as a Concreter on Commercial/Civil Construction projects.
• Proven experience laying all types of concrete
• Hold a current Victorian Drivers Licence (truck licence preferred but not necessary)
• Have own reliable transport to and from work
• Must possess a valid Construction OHS White or Red card
• National Criminal History Check (Essential)
• Right to work in Australia
• As this position is physically demanding you must be physically fit and be able to pass a pre-employment medical and Drug and Alcohol test.
• Current CV with 3 contactable work references.
• Rigger/Dogger ticket (Advantageous)
• Work Safely at Heights Ticket (Advantageous)
• Operate Elevated Work Platforms Ticket (Advantageous)
• Enter and Work in Confined Spaces Ticket (Advantageous)
• Forklift ticket (Advantageous)

WORK CONDITIONS:

• Applicants MUST be prepared to wear long sleeves and pants at all times on our worksites
• Be prepared to work an average of 10 hours per day
• Be willing to work Saturdays, overtime and shift work as required
• Work location is project to project based
• Work is performed in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to outdoor elements
• 3 months casual trial with potential fulltime position offered

ABILITIES:

• Understand the principles, techniques and methods involved in formwork
• Be able to handle and manage all formwork tasks independently and at a high standard
• Ability to read and comprehend construction plans and specifications
• The ability to place, screed and finish concrete including knowledge in using trowel machine
• The capability to float and finish to a high standard
• Formwork and steel fixing experience
• Assist in construction of high quality formwork
• Reduce levels, set-out profiles and string-lines using laser level/dumpy
• Be willing and keen to do other tasks on site such as excavation/backfill and general site tasks
• Have a sound knowledge of the tools and equipment used, including how to maintain and care for them
• Keep a clean work site
• Be hard working and have good attention to detail
• Great communication skills
• Punctual, reliable with a good work ethic
• Commitment to safety and quality
• Able to take instruction
• Work well in a team or in an unsupervised environment
• Ability to do repetitive manual handling/labouring duties as required.
• Be physically fit, able to lift and handle heavy materials and machinery
• Ability to pass a Physical Fitness/Medical assessment and Drug and Alcohol screen

BENEFITS/REWARDS TO YOU:

• Opportunity to become a fulltime employee
• A great wage
• Overtime
• Superannuation
• Job security
• Potential permanent position
• Opportunity to grow within the company
• Holiday pay (employee)
• Sick pay (employee)

The above description is intended to provide the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside their normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.