Construction Superintendent

MMG Limited; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 800 000; Full time

Job summary

A global resources company is seeking a Construction Superintendent to manage day-to-day operations at a mining site in Botswana. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Civil Engineering and a minimum of 5 years experience in construction supervision. Responsibilities include supervising construction activities, managing project budgets, ensuring safety compliance, and leading a construction team. The position offers a competitive salary and a focus on health and safety excellence.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years construction supervision experience, focusing on roads, earthworks, and civil engineering.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of health, safety and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Supervise all construction activities on-site, ensuring projects meet specifications.
• Lead a team, ensuring clear roles and effective teamwork.
• Monitor construction work for compliance with design specifications.

Skills

Leadership

Construction supervision

Communication skills

Project management

Education

Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Job description

Thank you for considering a career with us.

As a global resources company that mines, explores and develops base metal projects worldwide, MMG offers a wide variety of career pathways.

Overview

MMG is a global resources company that mines, explores and develops base metal projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana. We are guided by our values: think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and strive for continual improvement.

About the Location

Khoemacau is a long-life copper–silver mine located in Botswana’s Kalahari Copper Belt. The mine operates underground using long‑hole stoping, and is connected to the Boseto processing plant via a purpose‑built haul road.

Role Overview

The Construction Superintendent will oversee the day‑to‑day operations of construction projects related to roads, earthworks, and civil engineering. This position is based at the mine site located between Maun and Sehithwa in Ngamiland.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all construction activities on‑site, ensuring projects are completed according to the project plan, specifications, and standards.
• Lead and manage a team of construction workers, subcontractors, and site personnel, ensuring clear roles and effective teamwork.
• Monitor construction work to ensure compliance with design specifications, codes, and standards, conducting regular inspections and assessments.
• Enforce strict adherence to health and safety regulations on‑site, conducting safety meetings and risk assessments.
• Coordinate the use of materials, equipment, and labour to optimise efficiency and minimise costs, monitoring inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
• Prepare and submit daily, weekly and monthly progress reports.
• Document and report any issues, delays or changes to senior management.
• Liaise with Project Managers, engineers and clients to provide updates on project progress and address any concerns.
• Identify and resolve any issues or conflicts that arise, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
• Assist in the preparation and management of project budgets, ensuring projects stay within financial constraints.
• Provide technical guidance and support to the construction team, ensuring best practice engineering principles are followed.

About You

• Diploma or degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years construction supervision experience, focusing on roads, earthworks and civil engineering projects.
• Strong leadership and team‑management skills.
• Excellent understanding of construction processes, methods and materials for roads and earthworks.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Knowledge of relevant health, safety and environmental regulations.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Proficient in project management software and tools.

Only Botswana Citizens May Apply

What We Offer

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A dynamic, stimulating work environment with a competitive salary and family‑friendly rosters.

A safety‑first culture and commitment to health, safety and environmental excellence.

A workplace that fosters diversity and inclusion, supporting our people with the systems, skills and behaviours required to live our values.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including free confidential counselling and wellbeing services.

Who We Are

MMG has a global presence, owning and developing copper, zinc and other base metal projects across Australia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Peru and Botswana. Our aim is to create a workplace that encourages diversity and inclusion and supports our people to grow.

We are guided by our values: think safety first, respect each other, work together, do what we say, and we want to be better.

Application Period

Advertised: 26 Nov 2025 South Africa Standard Time
Applications close: 29 Nov 2025 South Africa Standard Time

MMG Limited reserves the right to appoint a candidate prior to the closing date.