General Construction Worker

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Basic safety gear

Opportunities for site experience

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking dedicated General Construction Workers for roles on multiple projects in and around Queenstown, in the Eastern Cape. You will support site operations, assist tradespeople, and help prepare sites while adhering to safety guidelines.

The position requires physical stamina and a willingness to learn, with opportunities to gain experience across different aspects of construction and to contribute to infrastructure and building projects in the region.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a construction or manual labor role is advantageous.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Understanding of basic safety procedures on a construction site.
• Willingness to learn new skills and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist skilled tradespeople with various construction tasks as directed.
• Load and unload construction materials and equipment.
• Prepare construction sites by cleaning and grading the area, setting up scaffolding, and digging trenches.
• Operate basic hand and power tools used in construction.
• Follow all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform general site maintenance and clean-up duties.

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for dedicated and hardworking General Construction Workers to join their team on various projects in and around Queenstown . You will perform a variety of manual labor tasks associated with construction sites, contributing to the overall progress and completion of projects. This role requires physical stamina, a willingness to learn, and the ability to follow instructions effectively. You will work under the supervision of a foreman or site supervisor, ensuring that tasks are completed safely and efficiently, playing a vital role in the construction process and contributing to the development of infrastructure and buildings in the Eastern Cape region.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist skilled tradespeople with various construction tasks as directed.
• Load and unload construction materials and equipment.
• Prepare construction sites by cleaning and grading the area, setting up scaffolding, and digging trenches.
• Operate basic hand and power tools used in construction.
• Follow all safety guidelines and protocols to ensure a safe work environment.
• Perform general site maintenance and clean-up duties.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a construction or manual labor role is advantageous.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting heavy objects and working outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Understanding of basic safety procedures on a construction site.
• Willingness to learn new skills and follow instructions from supervisors.
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly wage.
• Opportunities to gain experience in different aspects of construction.
• Provision of basic safety gear.
• Potential for stable employment with a growing company.
• A team-oriented work environment that values hard work and reliability.