Formwork Carpenter

Role overview

Ertech is hiring skilled Formwork Carpenters for a civil infrastructure project on Barrow Island in Western Australia. This is an on-site FIFO role supporting work in a gas plant setting, where you will help deliver new in-situ reinforced concrete structures for above-ground infrastructure.

The position runs on a full-time roster of 12-hour shifts, with either a 2:2 or 2:1 FIFO arrangement. The package includes competitive hourly pay plus applicable penalties.

About the employer

Ertech is an Australian, employee-owned engineering and construction company that has been delivering civil, electrical, and specialist infrastructure solutions since 1981. The business works across transport, resources, defence, and building projects nationwide, with a strong focus on capability, quality delivery, and long-term relationships.

What the role involves

Reporting to the Civil Supervisor, you will take responsibility for building, fitting, altering, and removing formwork systems used in reinforced concrete works. The structures involved include foundations, footings, plinths, equipment pads, retaining walls, and other related civil works.

Key duties

• Erect, alter, strip down, and dismantle formwork systems as required by the project
• Understand and work from construction drawings and technical specifications
• Use both proprietary and traditional formwork methods for assembly and stripping
• Maintain project standards for quality, safety, and workmanship
• Coordinate effectively with site crews to support delivery milestones
• Handle small to medium civil plant and equipment
• Follow permit-to-work processes and site safety controls

Required experience and qualifications

Applicants should hold a trade qualification in carpentry and have substantial experience in in-situ reinforced concrete construction. Strong hands-on experience with PERI and/or MEVA systems, along with conventional formwork, is required.

You should also bring prior exposure to an operational gas plant, oil and gas facility, mine site, or another comparable high-risk industrial environment. A White Card is required, along with permit-to-work training and practical experience. Candidates must have a strong focus on safety, quality, environmental compliance, and hold full Australian working rights.

Why consider this opportunity

Ertech offers competitive pay, family-friendly rosters, and access to a large pipeline of ongoing projects that can support career growth. Additional benefits include discounted private health insurance, annual flu vaccinations, novated lease options, service recognition, an employee referral program, and an employee assistance program for you and your family.

Barrow Island site information

Barrow Island is located about 60 kilometres from the mainland and 139 kilometres west of the Port of Dampier. It hosts Chevron’s Gorgon operation and WA Oil operations and is home to Western Australia’s largest oil and gas field.

On-site accommodation is well equipped, with meals provided, gym facilities, fitness classes, sporting amenities, a football field, golf simulator, bike hire, two swimming pools, basketball and tennis courts, and a cricket pitch. Ertech has supported Chevron’s Gorgon Project for more than 15 years and offers a safety-focused, highly skilled working environment.

Culture and inclusion

Ertech describes its workplace as inclusive, supportive, and focused on putting the right people in the right roles. The company values teamwork, empowerment, engagement, and safety.

Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds, including First Nations peoples, culturally diverse candidates, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ community members, and Australian Defence Force veterans. Candidates are encouraged to apply even if they do not meet every listed requirement.

Additional information

This vacancy is being handled directly by Ertech, and applications from external recruitment agencies will not be accepted.