Formwork Carpenter

Established in 2009, Catalpa Group is fast becoming one of the most well-known and respected Energy, Communications, civil, concrete, and ground works companies in the Energy, construction, and mining industry in Australia.

We’re currently looking for a Formwork Carpenter to join our team.

Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

• Construct, erect, install, renovate and repair structures and fixtures of wood, plywood, wallboard and other materials.
• Read and interpret drawings in regard to the following aspects:
• Date and issue of drawing;
• Location; All Regional locations
• Job type, i.e. barrier form or head wall form;
• Dimensional tolerance;
• Type, size and location of steel or other re-enforcement
• Required concrete, cover and strength;
• Strong back details, etc.
• Dig out and mark area for concrete.
• Calculate and order and pour the blinding.
• Order and select timbers and materials, and prepare layouts.
• Cut materials with hand and power tool and assemble or nail cut and shaped parts.
• Erect framework, lay sub flooring and verify trueness of structures.
• Examine and remove parts of existing structures, do minor preparatory work and install building supports.
• Form, erect, pour and strip the concrete structural elements.
• Adhere to all Catalpa health and safety policies and procedures.
• Present for work in appropriate attire and in fit state to carry out your duties.

To be considered for this opportunity, you will need to have relevant trade qualifications and a minimum 3 years’ experience in a senior/leading hand Carpenter/Formwork role.

Essential skills and attributes:

• Willingness to operate over multiple regional site location
• Willingness to commit to a FIFO roster
• Highly motivated and able to think on their feet
• Wanting to advance in their position and trade

This is a fulltime permanent role working a FIFO roster in any Australian Regional/remote area.

If you think you have the skills and experience we’re looking for, APPLY NOW and fill in the online application form.

Catalpa Group is an equal opportunity employer and we support diversity in our workforce. Indigenous candidates are encouraged to apply.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
• How would you rate your English language skills? Are you trade qualified?
• What is your expected annual salary?
• How many years experience do you have in a similar role?

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $41.41 – $61.14 per hour

Schedule:

• 12 hour shift
• Shift work

Experience:

• Carpentry: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

• White Card (Preferred)
• Work Safely at Heights (Preferred)
• Driver Licence (Preferred)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)