Skilled Trades · Gulf

Carpentry Supervisor

A carpentry supervisor is required to oversee formwork and carpentry work across a concrete project. The role suits an experienced site leader who manages foremen, quality and coordination between trades. AED 4,000 to 7,000 a month, indicative.

AED 4,000–7,000 /mo ≈ ₹103,800 – ₹181,600 /mo (indicative)

United Arab Emirates  ·  12+ years experience  ·  Full-time  ·  Posted 2 Oct 2026

Role overview

A carpentry supervisor is required to oversee formwork and carpentry work across a concrete project. The role suits an experienced site leader who manages foremen, quality and coordination between trades. AED 4,000 to 7,000 a month, indicative.

Key responsibilities

  • Supervise formwork foremen and carpenters across several work fronts
  • Review the pour programme with the site engineer and plan labour
  • Check formwork for tolerance, line, level, plumb and surface finish
  • Coordinate with steel fixers so reinforcement is complete before forms close
  • Coordinate with the concrete crew on pour timing, pump position and vibrators
  • Raise inspection requests for formwork and reinforcement
  • Make sure checklists and sign-offs are complete before each pour
  • Resolve clashes between formwork, services and cast-in items
  • Review material needs and control wastage of plywood and timber
  • Enforce safe working at height, edge protection and striking rules

Requirements

  • At least 12 years of carpentry and formwork experience, with supervision
  • Experience on concrete frame or civil structures
  • A diploma in civil engineering is an advantage. Proven site experience matters more
  • Able to read structural drawings and method statements
  • Strong knowledge of quality checks, tolerances and inspection requests
  • Valid passport
  • Medically fit for overseas employment

Preferred skills

  • Site supervision
  • Quality control
  • Tolerance checks
  • Inspection requests
  • Trade coordination
  • Pour planning
  • Toolbox talks
  • Labour planning

About the work

You supervise the foremen and gangs who build formwork, check that the work meets the required quality and tolerance, and coordinate with the steel fixers and concrete crews. You report progress and problems to the site engineer. The employer expects firm control of quality and safety, dependable inspection records and smooth hand-over between trades before each pour.

Ideal candidate

A seasoned carpentry leader who has supervised foremen and gangs on concrete projects and keeps quality, safety and programme in balance.

What is provided

  • An employment visa for this role.
  • Your flight ticket, provided by us, once you are selected.
  • Police verification is taken care of by us for this role.

The exact terms are written into your employment contract, which you see before you travel.

Salary & benefits

AED 4,000–7,000 /mo — approximately ₹103,800 – ₹181,600 per month (indicative). Final salary depends on your experience, skills, communication and interview performance, and on the employer's selection. Benefits such as accommodation, transport, food and other allowances vary by employer and will be confirmed in the employment offer and contract.

How to apply

Apply online with your resume, or message us on WhatsApp. Our consultants will screen your profile, arrange the employer interview and skill test, and guide you through medical, visa and travel — every step to deployment.

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