Site Supervisor - Construction

Placements24; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Competitive salary

Development opportunities

Cape Town project exposure

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a proactive Site Supervisor to oversee daily construction operations on projects around Cape Town. You will coordinate trades, manage materials, and ensure adherence to safety regulations to deliver high-quality outcomes.

The ideal candidate demonstrates hands-on leadership, strong attention to detail, and a solid understanding of construction processes. This full-time on-site role offers growth opportunities within a dynamic building environment in the Cape Town area.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Construction Site Supervisor or similar role.
• Solid understanding of building procedures and processes.
• Strong knowledge of safety regulations and enforcing them on-site.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Excellent leadership and communication skills for diverse teams.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities for efficient site operation.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction activities according to plans, specs, and safety standards.
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors, tradespeople, and laborers on site.
• Manage material deliveries and inventory to prevent delays.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and rectify hazards and ensure safety compliance.
• Maintain detailed daily logs of site activities, progress, and issues.
• Ensure workmanship quality meets or exceeds project requirements.

Skills

Site supervision

Leadership

Safety compliance

Reading blueprints

Team coordination

Time management

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and experienced Site Supervisor to oversee day-to-day operations on various construction sites in and around Cape Town . This role is crucial for ensuring projects are executed efficiently, safely, and to the highest quality standards. You will be the primary point of contact on-site, responsible for coordinating trades, managing materials, and ensuring compliance with all project specifications and safety regulations. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with a keen eye for detail and a strong understanding of construction processes and best practices in a dynamic building environment .

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise daily construction activities, ensuring work is performed according to plans, specifications, and safety standards.
• Coordinate and direct subcontractors, tradespeople, and laborers on site to optimize workflow and productivity.
• Manage material deliveries and inventory, ensuring necessary resources are available when needed to prevent delays.
• Conduct regular site inspections to identify and rectify potential hazards, ensuring strict adherence to health and safety protocols .
• Maintain detailed daily logs of site activities, progress, and any issues encountered.
• Ensure the quality of workmanship meets or exceeds project requirements and standards.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Construction Site Supervisor or similar role, with a solid understanding of building procedures.
• Knowledge of construction techniques, equipment, and building materials .
• Familiarity with safety regulations and the ability to enforce them strictly on-site.
• Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to manage diverse teams.
• Excellent organizational and time-management abilities, with a focus on efficiency.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings for construction projects .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary and potential for performance-based bonuses.
• Health insurance and other standard employee benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the company.
• Exposure to a variety of challenging and rewarding construction projects in the Cape Town area.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment focused on teamwork and safety.