Steel Fixer/Mason/Carpenter

V&S Construction is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Steel Fixer/Mason/ Carpenter, with demonstrated technical proficiency in reinforced concrete construction, structural steel reinforcement, masonry and structural and finishing carpentry. The successful candidate must possess the ability to interpret technical drawings, execute construction specifications and perform work in accordance with approved engineering standards, building codes and site safety requirements.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Read and interpret structural blueprints, reinforcement schedules, bar bending schedules, and engineering specifications.
• Measure, cut, bend, position, and securely tie reinforcing steel bars for foundations, columns, beams, slabs, and other reinforced concrete structures.
• Install reinforcement cages, stirrups, links, spacers, and supports in accordance with structural drawings.
• Verify reinforcement spacing, lap lengths, concrete cover, alignment, and installation accuracy.
• Construct concrete block walls, reinforced masonry structures, foundations, columns, and associated structural elements.
• Perform block laying, mortar preparation, plastering, rendering, concrete placement, leveling, and finishing.
• Interpret masonry layouts, establish reference lines, and maintain accurate levels, dimensions, and vertical alignment.
• Prepare surfaces and execute concrete repairs and other associated masonry works.
• Read and interpret architectural drawings, carpentry layouts, structural details, and technical installation specifications.
• Measure, mark, cut, shape, assemble, and install timber and engineered wood components using precision measuring instruments and specialized tools.
• Design, fabricate, erect, brace, and dismantle timber formwork and shuttering for reinforced concrete columns, beams, slabs, foundations, staircases, and other structural elements in accordance with approved drawings.
• Construct and install timber framing, wall partitions, floor systems, roof framing, rafters, joists, trusses, and structural supports.
• Install doors, door frames, window frames, skirting boards, architraves, ceiling frameworks, and other architectural timber components.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Proven experience in steel fixing, masonry, structural carpentry, formwork construction, and finishing carpentry.
• Demonstrated ability to independently read, interpret, and execute architectural drawings, structural blueprints, reinforcement schedules, and technical construction specifications.
• Comprehensive knowledge of reinforced concrete construction, masonry techniques, timber framing, formwork systems, and precision joinery.
• Competence in construction mathematics, material estimation, dimensional calculations, leveling, and accurate setting-out procedures.
• Proficiency in the safe operation of steel-fixing equipment, masonry tools, woodworking machinery, and construction power tools.
• Ability to fabricate and install structural and architectural components within specified dimensional tolerances.
• Ability to identify and correct construction defects, installation inaccuracies, and workmanship deficiencies.
• Must be capable of lifting and carrying a minimum of 50 pounds and undertaking physically demanding construction activities.
• Ability to work on scaffolding, elevated structures, and active construction sites under varying environmental conditions.

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday to Saturday, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM

REMUNERATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Statutory benefits provided.

APPLICATIONS

Qualified applicants should submit a detailed resume outlining relevant experience in steel fixing, masonry, structural carpentry.