Shuttering / Formwork Carpenter / Joiner

SHUTTERING JOINER / FORMWORK CARPENTER REQUIRED - BRIDGE REPAIRS

We are currently looking for an experienced Shuttering Joiner / Formwork Carpenter to join a bridge repair project in Eastbourne.

📍 Location: Eastbourne
📅 Start Date: 21st September 2026
⏱️ Duration: Approximately 5-6 weeks
🏗️ Project: Bridge Repairs / Structural Concrete Works

The Role

The successful candidate will be working as part of a site team carrying out formwork and shuttering works as part of a bridge repair project.

Duties will include:

Setting out and constructing shuttering/formwork
Installing timber and plywood formwork for concrete repairs
Building and adapting shutters to suit existing bridge structures
Working from drawings and site specifications
Measuring, cutting and fitting timber and formwork materials
Assisting with preparation for concrete pours
Stripping and removing formwork once concrete has cured
Working alongside concrete repairers and other trades
Carrying out general carpentry and remedial works as required
Maintaining a high standard of workmanship and site safety

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Shuttering Joiner / Formwork Carpenter with previous experience working on civil engineering, structural or bridge projects.

The ideal candidate will have:

Proven experience in shuttering/formwork carpentry
Experience working with timber and plywood formwork
Ability to read and work from drawings
Good knowledge of construction methods and safe working practices
Previous experience on bridge repairs or civil engineering projects is highly desirable
CSCS card and relevant site qualifications
Own tools
Reliable, hardworking and able to work as part of a team
Availability for the full 5-6 week project💷 Competitive rates available depending on experience.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed