Shuttering Carpenter

Job Description

Applicants are invited from suitably qualified and experienced candidates to fill the below mentioned vacant positions which have arisen in our organization.

Duties and Responsibilities

To determine the dimensions, shape and layout of the formwork required for a particular concrete structure.
Cutting, shaping and joining the materials to create moulds
Installing formwork
Placing and securing steel reinforcement bars (rebar) within the formwork
Dismantling the formwork
Any other duty assigned.

Qualifications and Experience

A related diploma or certificate
at least 3 years' experience as a shuttering carpenter
Have a good understanding of drawings and specifications.

How to Apply

Interested candidates to send their CVs on: [email protected]

VacancyHQ Expert Job Listing Tips

  1. CV Structure: In my experience, cater your CV to include specific skills and experiences related to the mentioned duties.

    • Prioritize your understanding of determining dimensions, shape, and layout of formwork for concrete structures.
    • Highlight your experience in cutting, shaping, and joining materials to create moulds and any relevant installations you've made.
    • Do not forget to mention your proficiency in the placement and securing of steel reinforcement bars and your experiences in dismantling formwork.
    • Emphasize any previous experience where you were assigned other duties pertaining to your role.
  2. Recognize Key Elements:

    • Be aware of the email address given for submission of applications: [email protected].
    • Pay special attention to their request for 'a related diploma or certificate'. Be honorable. Even if you do not possess this, never falsify. Yet, you are not discouraged from applying if you believe your experience can compete.
    • The organization places emphasis on a minimum of 3 years' experience in shuttering carpentry; if you meet this criterion, it's your advantage.
  3. Standing Out:

    • From my observations over time, expressing your ability to understand drawings and specifications clearly, with concrete examples, will make you stand out.
    • One of the best ways to differentiate oneself in jobs in Zimbabwe or job vacancies in Zimbabwe is through proactive communication. Consider following up your application with an email.
    • Show enthusiasm for furthering your skill set and learning on the job, hiring teams prefer candidates who are open to growth.
  4. Key Pointers for Novice Applicants:

    • Often, applicants do not pay heed to the phrase 'any other duty assigned'. Be prepared for this, it shows readiness and flexibility.
    • Employment opportunities in Zimbabwe or jobs in ZW can be highly competitive. Don't be discouraged if you don't fully meet the '3 years' experience' requirement. Display your motivation, willingness to learn, and any relevant experience you do have.
    • Don't overlook the 'How to Apply' section - your application won't be considered if it isn't sent to the correct email address.

My journey as a consultant has taught me that one's approach to job vacancies in zim or jobs in zw requires a keen eye for details, adaptability, and authenticity. Whether it's a search for Zimbabwean Jobs or NGO jobs in Zimbabwe, understanding the job listing's implicit language is key to successfully navigating through the recruitment agencies in Zimbabwe.

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Location: Harare
Company: M&J Consultancy
Expiry Date: 2023-12-24 00:00:00