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A Formwork Carpenter builds frameworks used in the construction industry. Most of your work will be on large scale projects, but you may be employed on smaller jobs when needed. Formwork Carpenters may construct timber concrete moulds or other temporary framed structures.
Formwork Carpenters should have excellent technical skills and be able to adapt your skills to suit a range of circumstances. You’ll need to be able to work as part of a team and be able to follow plans and instructions. Formwork Carpenters spend most of their time outdoors and you may have to work in a range of weather conditions.
There is one course available for people who want to become a Formwork Carpenter.
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Become a licensed carpenter with the CPC30220 Certificate III in Carpentry. This nationally recognised training course is a trade qualification and part of a carpentry apprenticeship. During your studies you will learn the essentials of working on a construction worksite including critical safety, communication, and behavioural standards. You’ll then gain the technical skills you need to work in either commercial carpentry, residential carpentry, or formwork. Skills include: using carpentry tools and equipment, handling carpentry materials, setting out, installing floors, constructing wall frames, erecting roof trusses and pitched roofs, installing windows and much more. Enquire now for the list of study units, carpentry career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
In Australia, a full time Formwork Carpenter generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience you can expect a potentially higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
This industry has seen moderate employment growth over the last five years. There are currently 92,500 people working in this field and many of them specialise as a Formwork Carpenter. Formwork Carpenters may find work across all regions of Australia.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
If a career as a Formwork Carpenter interests you, consider enrolling in a Certificate III in Carpentry. You’ll cover a range of topics including using carpentry tools and equipment, handling carpentry materials, installing floors, constructing wall frames and erecting roof trusses.
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Here are some potential career pathways within carpentry. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Carpentry
Apprentice Cabinet Maker
$960 weekly pay
Apprentice Carpenter
Apprentice Furniture Maker
Apprentice Joiner
Furniture Polisher
Carpenter
$1,440 weekly pay
Formwork Carpenter
$1,500 weekly pay
Shopfitter
$1,350 weekly pay
Wood Machinist
$1,200 weekly pay
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