Site Agent

Chosen Online; Thabazimbi; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in infrastructure development is seeking a Site Agent for a major water project in Limpopo. The role involves overseeing the construction of reinforced concrete structures, managing on-site activities, and ensuring quality and safety compliance. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in bulk water systems and relevant qualifications.

Benefits

Contribution to significant socio-economic benefits

Autonomous site-based role with strategic impact

Multicultural, high-performance team environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in constructing reinforced concrete structures.
• ECSA or SACPCMP registration is advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage structural works with technical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage on-site construction activities and coordinate teams.
• Supervise construction of reinforced concrete structures.
• Implement and maintain site safety protocols.

Skills

Structural Engineering

Construction Site Management

Bulk Water Infrastructure

Education

Diploma/Degree in Construction Management or Engineering (NQF Level 6)

Job description

Site Agent - Structures

Overview

An international leader in infrastructure development is initiating a major water project in Limpopo. Join a dynamic team committed to engineering excellence and sustainable development in one of South Africa's most ambitious water infrastructure projects.

This role involves overseeing the construction of reinforced concrete structures within the bulk water system, such as reservoirs, break pressure tanks, and valve chambers.

The Site Agent will manage all structural works on-site, ensuring quality, safety, and coordination with adjacent systems.

What You'll Do

1. Manage on-site construction activities, coordinate teams, and resolve issues in real time.
2. Supervise construction of reinforced concrete structures including reservoirs, chambers, and related infrastructure.
3. Oversee material supply, site preparation, formwork, rebar installation, concrete pouring, and curing to meet specifications and timelines.
4. Coordinate installation of electrical and control systems, ensuring proper power supply and instrumentation.
5. Ensure integration with adjoining facilities such as pipelines and pump stations.
6. Implement and maintain site safety protocols; conduct safety briefings and hazard assessments.
7. Act as liaison with design consultants, engineers, and project owners; address design and site instructions.
8. Engage with local stakeholders to manage disruptions and foster good relationships.
9. Document and archive construction progress, compliance, quality assurance, and safety reports.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 10 years' experience in constructing reinforced concrete structures for bulk water systems.
• Qualification in a relevant trade or a diploma/degree (NQF Level 6 or equivalent) in Construction Management or Engineering. Foreign qualifications must be SAQA-accredited.
• Registration with ECSA or SACPCMP is advantageous.
• Proven ability to manage structural works with technical accuracy and within timelines.
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams and subcontractors on large infrastructure projects.
• Solid knowledge of concrete design, formwork, rebar detailing, and quality assurance practices.
• Willingness to work on-site in Limpopo for the project duration.

Desired Skills:

• Structural Engineering
• ECSA registration
• SACPCMP registration
• Construction Site Management
• Bulk Water Infrastructure

About The Employer

- What We Offer -

• The chance to contribute to a landmark municipal water infrastructure project with significant socio-economic benefits.
• A challenging, rewarding, and autonomous site-based role with strategic impact.
• A multicultural, high-performance team environment.