Carpenter Foreman

Carpenter Foreman


Company
DSCA Building Contracting L.L.C
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities :
• Supervise and coordinate all carpentry works at site, ensuring compliance with approved drawings and project specifications.
• Lead and manage a team of carpenters, helpers, and subcontractors to achieve daily targets.
• Lead and supervise all carpentry activities at site, including formwork, shuttering, and finishing works.
• Plan, assign, and monitor daily activities, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and specifications accurately.
• Inspect ongoing carpentry works (formwork, finishing, joinery, etc.) to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Control material usage and minimize wastage of timber, plywood, and other materials.
• Train and guide carpenters and helpers to improve performance and workmanship.
• Identify site issues and take corrective actions in coordination with the engineering team.

Qualifications :
• More than 10 years of experience in carpentry works, with at least 5-6 years as a Foreman in Building construction projects.
• Proven experience in formwork, shuttering, structural, and finishing carpentry works.
• Experience working with main contractors or large-scale building projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to handle multiple workers.

Application Question(s):
• Can you attend an in-person interview at our office when required?

Experience:
• Building Construction projects: 8 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What is the minimum wage for Welder Jobs in United Arab Emirates?
The Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation sets no statutory minimum wage for welders in the private sector as of 2026. Employers must pay at least AED 4,000 per month for skilled welders under standard work contracts registered with MoHRE. Overtime rates are fixed at 1.25 times the hourly rate for hours beyond 8 per day.
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International welders require a work permit sponsored by a MoHRE-approved employer followed by a residence visa issued through ICP. The permit costs AED 300 for issuance and must be renewed every 2 years with a valid passport and medical fitness certificate. Quota-based approvals require the employer to maintain a 2:1 ratio of skilled expatriates to Emiratis in construction roles.
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MoHRE classifies welders as skilled workers requiring a minimum of 2 years documented experience plus a valid welding certification such as AWS or equivalent. Applicants must hold at least a secondary school certificate and pass a trade test conducted by approved centres before contract registration.
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Applications require a valid passport, attested educational certificates, experience letters, medical fitness report from a MoHRE-approved centre, and a no-objection certificate if changing employers. All documents must be submitted via the MoHRE e-services portal by 31 December 2026 for new contracts.
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