Construction Manager - Steel and Plastic Piping - Mining

Prostaff Holdings; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known construction company in Johannesburg seeks a Construction Manager to oversee large-scale pipeline construction projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in steel and plastic piping, leading large teams while ensuring project compliance with safety and quality standards. A strong technical understanding and leadership skills are essential. The salary package is negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience as a construction manager in the steel piping and mining industries.
• Good understanding of safety, QC and welding standards.
• Medically fit for duty with a police clearance certificate.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing large-scale pipeline construction projects involving steel and plastic piping.
• Lead site operations, manage teams, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Resolving site issues, including troubleshooting equipment.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Technical understanding of pipeline construction

Education

Artisan level qualification (e.g. welder, fitter, mechanical trades)

Job description

SUMMARY

A well-known construction company requires the above to oversee large-scale steel mining pipeline construction projects. The Construction Manager will lead and manage all site operations and large teams to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, be able to deliver projects to scope, budget, and timelines effectively.

POSITION INFO

Minimum requirements for the role:

• Artisan level qualified (e.g. welder, fitter, mechanical trades), with extensive hands‑on experience having worked as a construction manager within the steel piping and mining industries combined with strong leadership experience is essential for the role. Qualifications will be considered a strong advantage.
• A good understanding of safety, QC and welding is essential for the role.
• Extensive experience in pipeline construction projects (steel and plastic).
• Experience managing large construction teams on pipeline / mine-related projects.
• Strong working knowledge of welding, QC, and safety management.
• Medically fit for duty (fitness assessments as per mine / construction site entry requirements).
• Police clearance certificate required.
• Strong technical understanding of pipeline construction, steel, and plastic welding.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with ability to make independent decisions on-site.
• Financial acumen for managing project costs and resources.
• Excellent communication and reporting skills.
• Ability to travel extensively and commit to long‑term site‑based projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Overseeing large-scale pipeline construction projects involving steel and plastic piping.
• Lead site operations, manage teams, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and deliver projects to scope, budget, and timeline.
• Manage large teams on large mining projects at site operations on a national basis.
• Managing site operations across multiple fronts, including steel welding of steel pipelines, butt welding, plastic welding (butt fusion) deforming and lining, pop and stub process.
• Leading and supervising large site teams, ensuring productivity, quality, and compliance.
• Overseeing safety, QC, and welding standards across all large mining steel pipeline projects.
• Resolving site issues independently, including troubleshooting and fixing equipment (e.g. generators).
• Presenting project reports, budgets, and resource allocation to senior management.
• Collaborating closely with senior management to ensure alignment on project goals and progress.
• Maintaining discipline, professionalism, and positive morale among diverse teams.
• Ensuring projects are delivered within time, quality, and budget constraints.

Salary package, including benefits, is highly negotiable depending on experience gained.