Role snapshot
| Locations | Warsaw · Kraków · Wrocław |
|---|---|
| Language | English (Polish is a plus) |
| Start | As projects open — confirmed individually |
| Systems | PERI / DOKA (or similar system formwork) |
| CV | Required — no CV, no review |
- Prepare an English CV with specific formwork experience (systems, scope, years, projects).
- State availability date, preferred city, and whether you worked with PERI/DOKA.
- If you need work authorization guidance, read: Work Permit (Zezwolenie).
Pay (gross) & legal minimums
The exact offer depends on your verified experience (system, pace, quality), project setup and contract model. All amounts below are shown as brutto (gross).
| Indicative range | 35–48 PLN brutto / hour |
|---|---|
| Legal minimum (employment) | 4,806 PLN brutto / month (full-time, from 01.01.2026) |
| Legal minimum (mandate) | 31.40 PLN brutto / hour (from 01.01.2026) |
| Payments | Bank transfer · payslip/settlement as per contract |
Role story (project reality)
Polish construction sites increasingly run mixed crews (local + international). This role exists because contractors need reliable shuttering teams that can follow system rules, keep geometry, and cooperate cleanly with rebar and concrete crews.
What matters most is not “talking big” — it is accurate assembly, safe stripping, and predictable output across daily pours.
What you will do
- Assemble and strip system formwork for walls, columns and slabs (PERI/DOKA or similar).
- Install braces, ties/anchors and accessories strictly to manufacturer rules.
- Control geometry: plumb/level/alignment, tolerances and pour readiness checks.
- Support pours: monitor stability during concreting and fix issues immediately.
- Coordinate with rebar and concrete teams to avoid clashes and delays.
- Work safely: PPE, scaffolding discipline, housekeeping, safe stripping methods.
- Clean corners/edges, correct tie spacing, stable bracing and no “improvised shortcuts”.
- Good stripping technique (no damage, no unsafe levering, no uncontrolled falls of panels).
- Understanding of pour pressure basics and why bracing patterns matter.
Requirements (detailed, document-first)
A) Experience & technical competence
- Documented site experience as a formwork carpenter/shuttering carpenter (preferred) or strong transferable formwork background.
- Hands-on familiarity with system formwork (PERI, DOKA, ULMA, MEVA, or comparable) — panels, corners, clamps, ties, walers, props.
- Ability to read simple drawings and execute: set-out basics, levels, openings, embedded parts coordination.
- Comfort with common measuring and alignment tools (tape, level/laser, plumb, square).
B) Safety & site discipline (non-negotiable)
- Fit for physically demanding work; comfortable with heights and scaffolding rules.
- Strict PPE use: helmet, safety footwear, gloves, eye protection; harness where required.
- Safe stripping practices: controlled removal, secured zones, no dropped elements.
- Respect for OHS briefings and site permits (hot works, lifting zones, access routes).
C) Communication & reliability
- English for daily coordination (task handover, safety instructions, clarifying drawings).
- Ability to work in a crew rhythm (rebar → formwork close-out → pour → strip/clean → repeat).
- Punctuality and predictable attendance; contractors prioritize reliable teams.
Short candidate profile
- You have real shuttering experience (or a clearly transferable background) and can describe your last projects without vague statements.
- You can set, brace and strip formwork with accuracy — you understand why “small deviations” become major defects after a pour.
- You work safely under time pressure and keep the working area clean and organized.
- You communicate in English and cooperate with rebar/concrete teams without conflict escalation.
What you get (typical project conditions)
- Work with modern system formwork and repeatable methods (less chaos, clearer responsibilities).
- Written confirmation of key conditions before onboarding (location, schedule, contract model, pay as gross).
- OHS/medical onboarding steps arranged according to project procedure (role- and site-dependent).
- Accommodation/transport may be provided or co-financed depending on the contractor setup (confirmed individually).
- Identity check and right-to-work review (your status determines the path).
- Medical fitness / basic safety induction (OHS/BHP) aligned to the site.
- Bank details for payroll, contract signing, and confirmation of PPE requirements.
Work authorization support depends on candidate status and employer decision; we confirm possibilities individually and in writing. For orientation: Work Permit (Zezwolenie).
Recruitment process (clear & document-first)
- CV first: create/upload your CV (English).
- Screening: we validate experience, availability, city preference and system fit (PERI/DOKA).
- Project brief: you receive conditions in writing (location, schedule, contract model, gross pay, start window).
- Selection step: short interview and/or practical verification (role-dependent).
- Onboarding: site induction + start of work under employer procedures.
FAQ
Which formwork systems are most common?
Most frequently PERI or DOKA, but the system depends on the contractor and project phase.
Do I need my own tools?
Sometimes basic PPE and small hand tools are expected; the project brief will specify what is required vs provided.
Is pay hourly or piecework?
It depends on the project and contract model. You receive the settlement method and gross pay in writing before onboarding.
How fast can onboarding be?
If the project is active and your documents are ready, onboarding can be quick; timing is confirmed individually.
Is a CV mandatory?
Yes. Applications without a CV are not considered.
Can you help with work authorization in Poland?
Guidance depends on your status and employer decision. Start here: Work Permit (Zezwolenie).