Lead Residential Construction Foreman

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 640,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Provident fund

Overtime pay

Tools and safety equipment provided

Training and upskilling opportunities

Stable employment with reputable firm

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a skilled Construction Foreman for projects in Tembisa, Gauteng. This hands-on leader will supervise on-site activities, ensure safety and quality, and guide trades to deliver high-quality residential homes.

The role requires 5+ years in supervision, strong knowledge of building methods, and the ability to interpret drawings. Valid driver’s license and a proactive approach are essential for success in a demanding site environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supervising residential construction.
• Strong understanding of building methods, materials and codes.
• Excellent knowledge of health and safety regulations in construction.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and drawings.
• Effective leadership and team management skills.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.
• Physically fit for demanding site conditions.
• Minimum of 5 years in a supervisory construction role.
• Experience in Tembisa, Gauteng or similar urban environments is advantageous.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and direct daily construction activities on residential sites in Tembisa, Gauteng.
• Ensure all work follows building plans, specifications and safety regulations.
• Coordinate trades and subcontractors’ activities.
• Inspect tradespeople work for quality and adherence to standards.
• Maintain a safe working environment, conduct toolbox talks and enforce safety protocols.
• Order and manage materials and equipment required for the project.
• Troubleshoot and resolve on-site construction issues promptly.
• Keep daily logs of work performed, materials used and personnel on site.
• Communicate progress with project managers, architects and clients.
• Ensure site tidiness and organization.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving

Communication

Health and safety awareness

Blueprint reading

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a skilled Construction Foreman for projects in Tembisa, Gauteng. This hands-on leader will supervise on-site activities, ensure safety and quality, and guide trades to deliver high-quality residential homes.

The role requires 5+ years in supervision, strong knowledge of building methods, and the ability to interpret drawings. Valid driver’s license and a proactive approach are essential for success in a demanding site environment.