Earthworks Foreman (Roads & Civil Works) - Construction Industry

RPO Recruitment

Wes-Kaap

On-site

ZAR 600,000 - 800,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

RPO Recruitment’s client, a reputable civil engineering contractor in Cape Town, seeks an experienced Earthworks Foreman to oversee earthworks and related civil construction on road and infrastructure projects for 24 months.

The successful candidate will lead site teams, coordinate labour, plant and resources, and ensure safe, efficient completion in line with project specs.

Qualifications

10+ years of earthworks and road construction experience.
Matric Certificate or higher qualification.
Experience supervising earthworks on road projects.
Knowledge of bulk earthworks, cut & fill, layerworks and compaction.
Knowledge of drainage and related civil works.
Ability to interpret construction drawings and technical specifications.
Experience supervising plant operators, labour teams and subcontractors.
Knowledge of health and safety, quality control and construction procedures.
Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

Supervise and coordinate daily earthworks and civil construction activities.
Ensure construction is carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, quality standards and project requirements.
Coordinate and allocate labour, plant and equipment effectively.
Monitor earthworks production, levels, compaction and material placement.
Oversee cut and fill operations, layerworks and compaction activities.
Coordinate with the Site Agent, engineers and other project teams.
Monitor daily progress and assist in achieving production targets.
Ensure proper use and coordination of construction plant and equipment.
Maintain a safe, productive and well-organised work environment.
Conduct site inspections and address quality or construction-related issues.
Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental requirements.

Skills

Earthworks management

Road construction

Site supervision

Leadership

Plant coordination

Safety compliance

Interpret drawings & specs

Team leadership

Quality control

Communication skills

Education

Matric Certificate

Job description

RPO Recruitment’s client, a reputable civil engineering contractor in Cape Town is seeking an experienced Earthworks Foreman to oversee earthworks and related civil construction activities on road and infrastructure projects for a period of 24 months.

The successful candidate will have strong practical experience in earthworks, bulk earthworks and road construction, with the ability to lead site teams, coordinate plant and resources, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise and coordinate daily earthworks and civil construction activities
Ensure construction is carried out in accordance with drawings, specifications, quality standards and project requirements
Coordinate and allocate labour, plant and equipment effectively
Monitor earthworks production, levels, compaction and material placement
Oversee cut and fill operations, layerworks and compaction activities
Coordinate with the Site Agent, engineers and other project teams
Monitor daily progress and assist in achieving production targets
Ensure proper use and coordination of construction plant and equipment
Maintain a safe, productive and well-organised work environment
Conduct site inspections and address quality or construction-related issues
Ensure compliance with relevant health, safety and environmental requirements