Job description

Job Description:

We are seeking experienced and hardworking Shuttering Carpenters to join our team for upcoming large-scale construction projects. The successful candidates will be responsible for setting up formwork and shuttering structures to ensure the precise pouring of concrete for various structural elements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Measuring, cutting, and assembling timber, plywood, or metal formwork.
• Installing props, braces, and shoring to support formwork during concrete pours.
• Aligning and leveling formwork to ensure structural accuracy.
• Dismantling shuttering safely after concrete has cured and preparing materials for reuse.
• Maintaining a clean and safe workspace in compliance with site safety standards.

Requirements:

• Proven experience as a Shuttering Carpenter in residential or commercial construction (Gulf Experience Prefered).
• Ability to work accurately with various shuttering systems (e.g., Peri, Doka, or traditional timber).
• Physical fitness and the ability to work 10-hour shifts.
• Basic understanding of construction safety protocols.
• Valid passport (required for international processing).

Salary and Benefits Package:

• Gross Salary: OMR 120 to 150 per month.
• Allowances: Food, Accommodation, and Transportation are fully provided by the company at no cost to the employee.
• Visa Charges: 100% Free (Provided by the company).
• Duty Hours: 10 hours per day.
• Weekly Holiday: 1 day off per week.
• Leave Policy: 2 months of paid holiday upon completion of a 2-year contract.
• Travel: A return air ticket to major cities in India is provided every 2 years.
• Legal Protections: All other terms and conditions are strictly governed as per Omani Labor Laws.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their updated CV and copies of experience certificates. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for trade tests and interviews.

Skills

Technical Skills:

• Formwork Systems: Proficiency in assembling various systems, including traditional timber shuttering and modern modular systems (such as Doka or Peri).
• Measurement Accuracy: Expert use of measuring tapes, spirit levels, plumb bobs, and laser levels to ensure structures are perfectly vertical and horizontal.
• Tool Proficiency: Skill in operating hand and power tools, including circular saws, drills, grinders, and hammers, with a focus on safety and precision.
• Material Knowledge: Understanding the properties of different materials like plywood, timber, and steel, and how they react under the pressure of wet concrete.

Functional & Construction Skills:

• Fixing & Bracing: Knowledge of how to properly install tie-rods, clamps, and props to prevent formwork "bulging" or bursting during the concrete pour.
• Joint Sealing: Ensuring all joints are tight and watertight to prevent the leakage of cement grout (slurry).
• Striking (Dismantling): Ability to safely remove formwork after the concrete has set without damaging the newly formed edges or surfaces.

Physical & Professional Skills:

• Physical Stamina: Capacity to perform heavy lifting, climbing, and standing for the duration of a 10-hour shift in outdoor environments.
• Safety Consciousness: Strict adherence to site safety rules, including working at heights and the consistent use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Teamwork: Ability to coordinate effectively with steel fixers, concrete pourers, and site supervisors to maintain the project timeline.
• Basic Arithmetic: Ability to perform quick on-site calculations for material cutting and spacing.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior Experience: Minimum 2–5 years in high-rise buildings, bridges, or industrial infrastructure (Gulf Experience Preffered).