Civil Supervisor (12-month Fixed Term Contract)

Hatch Ltd.; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hatch is seeking a Civil Supervisor for a 12-month fixed term contract in Johannesburg, South Africa. The role oversees construction activities, coordinates with contractors, and ensures safety, quality, schedule and cost compliance on the assigned scope.

Candidates should have a technical degree or trades qualification with supervisory experience. The position is site-based with extended travel to remote areas, and involves working a 6:2 rotation.

Qualifications

• Technical degree/diploma or trade qualifications and equivalent years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and administer construction activities for assigned portions of the project.
• Ensure contractors work safely and adhere to health, safety and environmental rules.
• Assist in coordination of design deliverables to support construction.
• Communicate deficiencies and non-conformances to Construction Manager.
• Assist with site administration and record keeping per the Construction Execution Plan.
• Assist with construction estimating, scheduling, cost control and reporting.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Rotation 6:2

Education

Technical degree/diploma or trade qualifications

Job description

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Civil Supervisor (12-month Fixed Term Contract)

Date: Oct 16, 2026

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, ZA

Company: Hatch

Requisition ID:102019

Job Category:Construction; Engineering

Location:Johannesburg,Gauteng,South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 70 years of business and technical expertise in mining , energy , and infrastructure ,our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe.With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

The Civil Supervisor (12-month Fixed Term Contract) is responsible for supervising and directing construction activities for an assigned discipline within a specific work area by overseeing and coordinating the construction contractors and maintaining the project performance goals. The discipline supervisor will take all necessary measures to ensure that the works performed by the contractors under his responsibility are undertaken safely, executed to the prescribed quality standard, and in compliance with design specifications, schedule, and cost requirements. A supervisor must be a competent person in the construction trade so that they may accurately evaluate the methods and performance in all respects of the particular scope elements of the project for which they are accountable.

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsible for construction supervision and administration including supervision of contractors and their subcontractors for assigned portions of the project
• Ensure that the contractors perform the work in a safe manner and adhere to the health, safety and environmental rules and regulations for the specific project
• Assists in the coordination of the design deliverables to support continuous and efficient construction
• Communicates the identification, management and resolution of deficiencies and non-conformance to the Construction Manager
• Assists with site administration and record keeping procedures in accordance with the Construction Execution Plan
• Assists with construction estimating, scheduling, cost control and reporting for all work being performed by the contractor in his assigned area of the project.

Qualifications and Experience

• Technical degree/diploma or trade qualifications and equivalent years of supervisory experience required for a leadership position
• Minimum five to ten years’ onsite experience on major projects
• Can demonstrate a health and safety focus in the planning and construction execution of a project
• Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and lead discipline-focused site teams to successfully execute the assigned scope of work
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
• Broad knowledge of the EPCM model of project delivery including the activities, interfaces and interdependencies of all project disciplines (engineering, procurement, construction management, and other project related disciplines)
• Comprehensive knowledge and ability to practically interpret and apply good construction practice and appropriate industry standards
• Willing to work a 6:2 rotation
• Ability to operate effectively in a team environment.

This is a site-based position and will include extended travel to remote areas.

• Collaborate on exciting projects to develop innovative solutions

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.

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