Concrete Formwork Worker (Construction)
こんくりーとがたいれこう
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A civil engineering and construction worker responsible for assembling formwork, installing temporary supports, form removal, etc., in the construction of concrete structures.
Description
Concrete formwork workers perform specialized tasks at civil engineering and architecture sites, assembling formwork to shape concrete structures, installing shoring, and removing formwork after concrete pouring. Precise dimension management in line with design drawings and specifications, and shoring plans for safety assurance are required. Collaborative work with multiple people is the norm, playing a vital role in pouring efficiency and quality.
Future Outlook
Due to the rebuilding of aging infrastructure and urban development demand, demand for formwork workers will remain stable. Skill succession and ICT utilization for efficiency improvements are expected to advance.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Daily or Monthly Pay / Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Site-Based / Team Work
Career Path
Formwork Assistant → Concrete Formwork Worker → Foreman/Site Leader → Construction Management Technician → Site Supervisor
Required Skills
Blueprint Reading / Formwork Assembly and Dismantling Skills / Marking Out / Safety Management / Scaffolding Work
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Knowledge / Concrete Knowledge / Construction Machinery Operation / Quality Control / Team Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To accurately maintain the dimensions and slope of concrete. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it involves handling heavy materials and long hours of work. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because formwork is assembled and dismantled by multiple people. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | High creativity is not required as it follows standard procedures. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Few complex calculations, only simple measurements. |
Related Qualifications
- Formwork and Shoring Work Supervisor
- Mobile Construction Machinery Operation Training
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Concrete Formwork Worker
- Formwork Laborer
- Formwork Worker
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