Shuttering Joiner

Careys Group; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading civil engineering company in the Edinburgh Area seeks an experienced Shuttering Joiner to work on long-term, high-profile infrastructure projects. Responsibilities include shuttering and formwork activities, complying with health and safety standards, and maintaining high workmanship. Ideal candidates will have relevant joinery experience and a valid Blue CSCS Card. Benefits include a supportive working environment and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Long-term project opportunities

Competitive rates of pay

Ongoing professional development and training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Joiner role, particularly within civil engineering or large-scale construction projects.
• Ability to demonstrate consistent, long-term work history.
• Strong commitment to health and safety.

Responsibilities

• Carrying out shuttering and formwork activities to specification.
• Interpreting drawings and working accurately to programme requirements.
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and site housekeeping.

Skills

Joiner experience

Civil engineering knowledge

Safe working practices

Team collaboration

Manual handling

Education

Valid Blue CSCS Card

Job description

Shuttering Joiner

Application Deadline: 20 February 2026

Department: Construction (Trades & Labour)

Employment Type: Contract / Temp

Location: Edinburgh Area

Description

Careys Civil Engineering is seeking experienced and reliable Shuttering Carpenters to join our teams delivering major civil engineering projects across the EH6 area. This role offers the opportunity to work on long‑term, high‑profile infrastructure schemes with a company known for its commitment to quality, safety, and people development.

We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate relevant experience, a strong work ethic, and a consistent employment history within the construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out shuttering and formwork activities to specification
• Interpreting drawings and working accurately to programme requirements
• Maintaining high standards of workmanship and site housekeeping
• Working safely, efficiently, and collaboratively as part of a site team
• Complying with all health, safety, and environmental standards

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Proven experience in a Joiner role, particularly within civil engineering or large‑scale construction projects
• Ability to demonstrate consistent, long‑term work history
• Valid Blue CSCS Card (essential)
• Sound knowledge of manual handling and safe working practices
• Strong commitment to health and safety
• Dependable, professional, and a positive team contributor

Benefits

• Long‑term project opportunities
• Competitive rates of pay
• Ongoing professional development and training
• A supportive, safety‑led working environment