Construction Supervisor - Earthworks & Civil Works

Placements24; Upington; Sur place; ZAR 420 000 - 540 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Full-time position

Competitive remuneration

PPE provided

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a practical Construction Supervisor for projects in the Upington, Northern Cape area. You will directly supervise earthworks, road construction, and associated civil activities, ensuring safety, quality, and progress on site.

Ideal candidates have hands-on earthmoving experience, a strong civil construction background, and the ability to lead a site crew while coordinating with engineers and project managers to meet objectives.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as Construction Supervisor/Foreman in earthworks and civil infrastructure.
• Strong ability to read and interpret civil drawings and specs.
• Solid understanding of compaction, concrete works, and road construction.

Responsabilités

• Supervise daily earthworks and civil construction crews.
• Ensure work follows engineering plans, specs, and safety standards.
• Manage plant and equipment operations on site.
• Monitor quality of earthworks, compaction, concrete placement, and other civil activities.
• Enforce site safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain daily progress reports: labour, equipment usage, materials.
• Coordinate with surveyors for accurate setting out and levels.
• Assist in planning daily work sequences and resource allocation.
• Manage material deliveries and site stock.
• Address on-site issues or conflicts promptly and effectively.

Connaissances

Earthmoving equipment operation

Civil construction knowledge

Reading civil drawings

Leadership

Health & safety

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a contractor specializing in civil works and earthmoving, is looking for a practical and experienced Construction Supervisor for projects in the **Upington, Northern Cape** area. This role is hands-on, focusing on the direct supervision of earthworks, road construction, and associated civil activities. You will be responsible for overseeing daily operations, managing a site crew, ensuring work quality and safety, and coordinating with engineers and project managers to meet project objectives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in civil construction and earthmoving operations. Join us to contribute to infrastructure development in **Upington, Northern Cape**.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily activities of earthworks and civil construction crews.
• Ensure all work is performed according to engineering plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Manage the efficient operation of plant and equipment on site.
• Monitor the quality of earthworks, compaction, concrete placement, and other civil activities.
• Implement and enforce site safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintain daily progress reports, including labor, equipment usage, and materials.
• Coordinate with surveyors to ensure accurate setting out and levels.
• Assist in the planning of daily work sequences and resource allocation.
• Manage material deliveries and site stock.
• Address any on-site issues or conflicts promptly and effectively.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Supervisor or Foreman, with a focus on earthworks and civil infrastructure.
• Strong practical knowledge of earthmoving equipment operation and maintenance.
• Ability to read and interpret civil engineering drawings and specifications.
• Solid understanding of compaction techniques, concrete works, and road construction.
• Good leadership and team management skills.
• Commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practices.
• Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience working in the **Upington, Northern Cape** region is advantageous.
• Ability to work outdoors in demanding site conditions.
• Valid driver's license.

Benefits

• A stable, full-time employment opportunity.
• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunity to work on essential infrastructure projects in **Upington, Northern Cape**.
• Exposure to various civil construction disciplines.
• A supportive team environment focused on operational excellence.
• Company-provided PPE.