Full-time Formwork Carpenter

Western Precast is a leading industry specialist in the manufacture, transport, and installation of precast concrete elements for the construction industry. We are a dynamic company involved in exciting commercial, industrial, and residential projects. Our hands-on attitude prioritises safety, efficiency, and timely project completion, ensuring continual growth with our clients and as a business.

Western Precast is in need of a highly experienced carpenter whose main responsibility would be as follows:

• Read blueprints, drawings, and sketches to understand and all material and construction requirements
• Determine all materials needed for each job
• Take measurements and calculate the size and amount of material needed
• Cut and shape building materials (e.g., fiberglass and steel) according to measurements
• Build window frames, doors, staircases, and frame buildings by using raw materials or pre-constructed items
• Lay out floorings, roofing or drywalls ensuring they are levelled and compatible
• Inspect places and conduct repairs or maintenance
• Build scaffolding and other construction structures
• Assemble and fasten various materials to erect framework
• Install structures and fixtures

The successful candidate will have:

• At least 2 years previous experience as a carpenter
• Certificate III in Carpentry
• Must have a Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Excellent understanding of carpentry techniques and methods of installation and construction
• Exceptional technical knowledge of carpentry work, general property maintenance and repairs issues
• Ability to read technical documents and drawings
• Must be able to work as part of a team as well as independently
• Broad carpentry skillset including civil works, form and concrete, steel frame welding, trusses, roofing, fencing and fit-off

To apply, please send a one-page cover letter telling us about yourself, the reason you would suit this position and your available start date. Please also include a current copy of your resumé with two referees.

Western Precast is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 – $100,000.00 per year

Experience:

• Carpentry: 1 year (Preferred)

Licence/Certification:

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

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Preferred)

Work Location: In person