Lead Construction Foreman – Safety-Focused Site Leader

Placements24; Pietermaritzburg; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Career advancement opportunities

Tools provided

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead on-site teams on projects in and around Pietermaritzburg. You will oversee daily site operations, interpret blueprints, monitor progress, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of construction methods in the Pietermaritzburg region. Placements24 offers competitive pay, health insurance and a retirement savings plan, plus

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Foreman or similar supervisory role.
• Knowledge of Pietermaritzburg region building methods and codes.
• Certification in safety management (e.g., OSHA) is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction crews and coordinate activities.
• Interpret blueprints and ensure project specs are met.
• Enforce safety rules and maintain a safe work environment.
• Manage materials, equipment, and site logistics.
• Maintain daily logs and report progress and incidents.

Skills

Leadership

Site supervision

Blueprint reading

Safety management

Communication

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Construction Foreman to lead on-site teams on projects in and around Pietermaritzburg. You will oversee daily site operations, interpret blueprints, monitor progress, and ensure quality and safety standards are met.

The ideal candidate has proven supervisory experience, strong leadership, and knowledge of construction methods in the Pietermaritzburg region. Placements24 offers competitive pay, health insurance and a retirement savings plan, plus