Shuttering carpenters work closely with engineers and architects to interpret plans and designs and construct temporary moulds or formworks that are used to hold concrete in place until it sets. These formworks may be made of wood, metal, or other materials, and can range in size and complexity from simple slabs to complex structures like bridge abutments or high-rise buildings.
In addition to constructing the formworks, shuttering carpenters are also responsible for setting and levelling them to ensure that the concrete is poured at the correct depth and angle.
Once the concrete has set, the formwork is removed, leaving a finished concrete structure that conforms to the original design.