Site Agent

Faircape; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 450,000 - 650,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Above-market salary

Quarterly bonuses

Long-service leave

Discounted Faircom internet packages

Job summary

Faircape Life is seeking an experienced Site Agent to oversee construction, renovation and small works across three facilities—Onrus Manor in Hermanus, and Heritage Manor and Bridgewater Manor in Somerset West. The role focuses on delivering projects for Faircape's own facilities, with Monday–Friday hours and no tender work.

You will coordinate site teams, supervise subcontractors, ensure safety compliance, read drawings, and provide input on concept plans.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing construction sites from start to finish.
• Ability to read and input on drawings and plans.
• Strong knowledge of civil works and health and safety requirements.
• Experience with subcontractors, procurement, site records and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction, refurbishment and small works across residential units, healthcare centres and clubhouses.
• Manage daily site operations at Onrus Manor and oversee construction progress at Heritage Manor and Bridgewater Manor.
• Provide civil, engineering and infrastructure input on building concept plans for other Faircape facilities.
• Plan work schedules, coordinate resources and track progress against project milestones.
• Coordinate Site Foremen, site teams and subcontractors, providing practical guidance where needed.
• Inspect work against drawings, specifications and Faircape's quality standards.
• Identify delays, risks and budget variances early, and take corrective action.
• Coordinate the timely ordering and delivery of materials, tools and plant.
• Enforce Occupational Health and Safety requirements, including site inductions, safety files and valid certifications.
• Ensure plant and equipment are maintained and certified.
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports, supported by photos and schedules.
• Complete final quality checks and oversee handovers, including the resolution of snags and defects.

Skills

Site management

Reading drawings

Project reporting

Subcontractor coordination

Education

Building/Construction degree

Trade qualification

SACPCMP registration (advantageous)

Job description

For nearly four decades, the Faircape Group has shaped South Africa's residential, healthcare and lifestyle landscape through its commitment to quality, integrity and attention to detail.

Our Faircape Life division manages six luxury retirement villages, which includes healthcare centres, clubhouses and a growing portfolio of over 1,000 homes. We are looking for an experienced Site Agent to oversee construction, renovation and small works projects across three of our facilities, Onrus Manor in Hermanus, and Heritage Manor and Bridgewater Manor in Somerset West.

Beyond day-to-day site management, you will provide engineering and civil input on building concept plans for other Faircape facilities, considering broader building and infrastructure requirements.

This is a hands-on opportunity for someone who enjoys coordinating teams and contractors, keeping projects on track and seeing the results of their work across our villages.

Why join Faircape Life?

• Monday to Friday working hours with a consistent schedule.
• No tender work – focus on delivering projects across Faircape's own facilities.
• A stable, growing organisation with an ongoing pipeline of building and refurbishment projects.
• Variety in your work across luxury retirement villages, healthcare centres and clubhouses.
• A broader role than site management – provide engineering and civil input on concept plans for future projects.
• Ownership and visible results – lead projects on site and see the spaces you help deliver.
• Above-market salary and quarterly performance bonuses.
• Long-service leave and discounted Faircom internet packages.

Responsibilities

• Oversee construction, refurbishment and small works across residential units, healthcare centres and clubhouses.
• Manage daily site operations at Onrus Manor and oversee construction progress at Heritage Manor and Bridgewater Manor.
• Provide civil, engineering and infrastructure input on building concept plans for other Faircape facilities.
• Plan work schedules, coordinate resources and track progress against project milestones.
• Coordinate Site Foremen, site teams and subcontractors, providing practical guidance where needed.
• Inspect work against drawings, specifications and Faircape's quality standards.
• Identify delays, risks and budget variances early, and take corrective action.
• Coordinate the timely ordering and delivery of materials, tools and plant.
• Enforce Occupational Health and Safety requirements, including site inductions, safety files and valid certifications.
• Ensure plant and equipment are maintained and certified.
• Provide weekly and monthly progress reports, supported by photos and schedules.
• Complete final quality checks and oversee handovers, including the resolution of snags and defects.

Requirements

Qualifications

• National Diploma or degree in Building, Construction Management, Civil Engineering or a related field (essential).
• Trade qualification in building, carpentry or civil works (advantageous).
• SACPCMP registration, or eligibility for registration, as a Construction Manager or Site Agent (advantageous).

Experience and skills

• Proven experience managing construction sites, refurbishments or small works projects from start to finish.
• Strong practical knowledge of building methods, site setup, sequencing and setting out new works.
• Ability to read and provide input on construction drawings, specifications and building concept plans.
• Sound understanding of civil works, building infrastructure and Occupational Health and Safety requirements.
• Experience managing subcontractors, procurement, site records and progress reporting.
• Strong organisational, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Experience in residential, healthcare or commercial environments will be advantageous.

Additional requirements

• Own reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s licence.
• Willingness to travel between Onrus Manor and the Somerset West facilities as required.
• Two positive written references.
• Clear health, credit and criminal records.

Normal working hours are Monday to Friday, 08h00 to 17h00, with a 45-minute lunch break.

To learn more about Faircape, visit www.faircape.co.za.

If you do not hear from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.