Nightshift Supervisor / Foreman

Chainlink Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Night Shift Supervisor to oversee production at a concrete manufacturing facility in Cape Town. The ideal candidate will have supervisory experience in manufacturing, strong leadership skills, and the ability to ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This role entails supervising night operations, monitoring staff performance, and troubleshooting issues to ensure smooth production.

Responsibilities

• Supervise night shift production and ensure quality targets are met.
• Monitor and enforce staff performance and schedules.
• Conduct pre-shift and post-shift briefings.
• Maintain health and safety compliance.
• Troubleshoot operational issues.
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of machinery.
• Record production data accurately.
• Coordinate with logistics for timely deliveries.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Supervisory experience in manufacturing

Understanding of production workflows

Team management

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Physical fitness for factory work

Education

Matric

Technical or supervisory training

Job description

Overview

We have the following vacancy available :

Night Shift Supervisor – Concrete Manufacturing

Location: Blackheath, Cape Town
Industry: Concrete Products / Industrial Manufacturing
Type: Full-time | Night Shift

Role Overview

We are seeking a reliable and hands-on Night Shift Supervisor to oversee all production and operational activities during night hours at a concrete manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills, a solid understanding of industrial processes, and the ability to maintain safety, quality, and efficiency standards under pressure. This role is critical to ensuring uninterrupted production and smooth handover to day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise night shift production, ensuring output meets quality and quantity targets
• Monitor staff performance, enforce discipline, and ensure adherence to shift schedules
• Conduct pre-shift briefings and post-shift handovers with clear reporting
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Troubleshoot operational issues and escalate where necessary
• Ensure proper use and maintenance of machinery and equipment
• Record production data, downtime, and incidents accurately
• Coordinate with logistics and dispatch teams for timely loading and delivery
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and enforce standard operating procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 3 years’ supervisory experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment (concrete or construction materials preferred)
• Strong understanding of production workflows, safety protocols, and team management
• Ability to lead and motivate teams during night operations
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
• Physically fit and comfortable working in a factory setting
• Willingness to work night shifts on a rotational or fixed basis
• Matric required; technical or supervisory training advantageous