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 is the minimum monthly salary for carpenter jobs in the UAE in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the minimum salary for carpenters holding skilled work permits in the UAE is AED 4,000 per month as of 1 January 2026, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. Employers must deposit this amount into a UAE bank account registered with the Wages Protection System.
What visa and work permit requirements apply for foreign carpenters seeking jobs in the UAE in 2026?
Foreign carpenters must obtain a work permit and residence visa through the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation before starting employment, with the permit valid for 2 years and renewable. The employer sponsors the visa, and applicants require a valid passport, medical fitness certificate from an approved UAE center, and Emirates ID application within 60 days of arrival.
What education and experience are required to qualify for carpenter jobs in the UAE?
Carpenters need at least 2 years of verified experience in the trade plus a secondary school certificate or equivalent vocational training certificate recognized by the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation as of 2026. No university degree is mandatory, but a trade test certificate from a government-approved institute increases approval chances for the work permit.
What documents are needed to apply for a carpenter position and work permit in the UAE?
Applicants must submit a passport copy valid for at least 6 months, 4 passport-size photos, educational and experience certificates attested by the UAE embassy in the home country, and a contract signed by the employer registered with the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation by 2026. The full application is processed online via the MOHRE portal within 5 working days.
