Carpenter Foreman

Carpenter Foreman


Company
DSCA Building Contracting L.L.C
Location
Dubai
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
2 days ago
Via
Indeed

Job Description
Duties & Responsibilities :
• Supervise and coordinate all carpentry works at site, ensuring compliance with approved drawings and project specifications.
• Lead and manage a team of carpenters, helpers, and subcontractors to achieve daily targets.
• Lead and supervise all carpentry activities at site, including formwork, shuttering, and finishing works.
• Plan, assign, and monitor daily activities, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget.
• Read and interpret construction drawings, shop drawings, and specifications accurately.
• Inspect ongoing carpentry works (formwork, finishing, joinery, etc.) to ensure quality standards are maintained.
• Control material usage and minimize wastage of timber, plywood, and other materials.
• Train and guide carpenters and helpers to improve performance and workmanship.
• Identify site issues and take corrective actions in coordination with the engineering team.

Qualifications :
• More than 10 years of experience in carpentry works, with at least 5-6 years as a Foreman in Building construction projects.
• Proven experience in formwork, shuttering, structural, and finishing carpentry works.
• Experience working with main contractors or large-scale building projects.
• Strong leadership and team management skills with the ability to handle multiple workers.

Application Question(s):
• Can you attend an in-person interview at our office when required?

Experience:
• Building Construction projects: 8 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Carpenter Jobs

Q What is the minimum salary for carpenter jobs in United Arab Emirates under 2026 skilled worker rules?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the minimum salary for carpenter jobs in United Arab Emirates is AED 4,000 per month as of January 2026 for workers on skilled visas. Overtime must be paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. This applies to all private sector contracts registered with MOHRE.
Q What visa and work permit are required for foreign carpenters to work in United Arab Emirates in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, foreign carpenters need a valid work permit and residence visa sponsored by a UAE employer, issued after MOHRE approval as of 2026. The permit costs AED 300 for issuance and must be renewed every 2 years. Applicants must enter on a job offer visa within 60 days of approval.
Q What education and experience are needed to qualify for carpenter jobs in United Arab Emirates in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, carpenter applicants must have at least 2 years of documented experience in construction or woodworking plus a secondary school certificate or vocational diploma as of 2026. No university degree is required but a trade test certificate from the home country must be attested.
Q What documents are required to apply for carpenter jobs in United Arab Emirates in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, applicants need a valid passport, attested educational and experience certificates, medical fitness certificate, and passport photos submitted via the employer to MOHRE by 2026. All documents must be attested by the UAE embassy in the home country within 3 months of application.
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