Chargehand – Shuttering Carpenter
Company
Al Thuriah Group
Location
Sharjah
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
AED 2K–AED 2.5K a month
Posted
9 hours ago
Via
Indeed
Job Description
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Chargehand – Shuttering Carpenter to supervise and coordinate shuttering/formwork activities at the construction site. The candidate will be responsible for guiding carpenters, ensuring proper installation of formwork, and maintaining quality and safety standards in high-rise building projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and guide shuttering carpenters at the construction site.
• Ensure proper installation, alignment, and dismantling of formwork for concrete structures.
• Read and understand construction drawings and formwork layout.
• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, and other trades to ensure smooth work progress.
• Allocate daily tasks to carpenters and monitor work productivity.
• Check the quality and accuracy of shuttering work before concrete pouring.
• Ensure proper use of materials such as plywood, timber, steel formwork, and scaffolding.
• Maintain safety standards and ensure workers follow site safety procedures.
• Report daily progress and any issues to the site supervisor or engineer.
• Ensure materials and tools are properly used and stored.
Skills & Requirements
• Strong experience in formwork and shuttering works for columns, beams, slabs, and walls.
• Ability to read structural drawings.
• Good leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of different formwork systems (traditional timber / aluminum / Doka / Peri).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
Qualification
• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction projects.
• Experience in high-rise building construction preferred.
• Previous experience as Shuttering Carpenter Chargehand or Foreman.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED2,000.00 - AED2,500.00 per month
Work Location: In person
We are looking for an experienced Chargehand – Shuttering Carpenter to supervise and coordinate shuttering/formwork activities at the construction site. The candidate will be responsible for guiding carpenters, ensuring proper installation of formwork, and maintaining quality and safety standards in high-rise building projects.
Key Responsibilities
• Supervise and guide shuttering carpenters at the construction site.
• Ensure proper installation, alignment, and dismantling of formwork for concrete structures.
• Read and understand construction drawings and formwork layout.
• Coordinate with site engineers, supervisors, and other trades to ensure smooth work progress.
• Allocate daily tasks to carpenters and monitor work productivity.
• Check the quality and accuracy of shuttering work before concrete pouring.
• Ensure proper use of materials such as plywood, timber, steel formwork, and scaffolding.
• Maintain safety standards and ensure workers follow site safety procedures.
• Report daily progress and any issues to the site supervisor or engineer.
• Ensure materials and tools are properly used and stored.
Skills & Requirements
• Strong experience in formwork and shuttering works for columns, beams, slabs, and walls.
• Ability to read structural drawings.
• Good leadership and team management skills.
• Knowledge of different formwork systems (traditional timber / aluminum / Doka / Peri).
• Ability to work under pressure and meet project deadlines.
Qualification
• Minimum 8 years of experience in construction projects.
• Experience in high-rise building construction preferred.
• Previous experience as Shuttering Carpenter Chargehand or Foreman.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: AED2,000.00 - AED2,500.00 per month
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Carpenter Jobs
What minimum monthly salary must employers pay carpenters for a UAE skilled worker visa in 2026?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation requires a minimum basic salary of AED 4,000 per month for carpenter positions under skilled worker visas as of 2026. Employers must also provide overtime pay at 1.25 times the hourly rate for any hours beyond 8 per day.
How many years of experience and what certificate does a carpenter need for UAE work permit eligibility in 2026?
Carpenters require at least 2 years of documented experience plus a valid ITI or equivalent vocational certificate to qualify for a UAE work permit in 2026. MOHRE verifies experience through attested documents before issuing the permit.
Which documents are mandatory when applying for a carpenter work permit through MOHRE in 2026?
Applicants must submit a valid passport, 2 photographs, attested educational and experience certificates, medical fitness certificate, and signed employment contract showing at least AED 4,000 monthly salary. MOHRE processes the permit within 5 working days after submission.
What are the standard working hours and annual leave entitlements for carpenters in the UAE in 2026?
UAE labour law sets a maximum of 8 hours per day and 48 hours per week for carpenters, with 30 calendar days of paid annual leave after completing one year of service. MOHRE enforces these limits through employer inspections.
