Assistant Site Agent (Roads & Stormwater)

This civil engineering contractor in Benoni needs someone who can read the drawings and get a building out of the ground. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

This post is in Benoni (Gauteng). Please only apply if you can travel there daily. The first two weeks are spent shadowing someone experienced.

• Run toolbox talks and support the safety officer on Construction Regulations compliance
• Check workmanship against drawings, specifications and SANS 10400
• Order concrete, bricks and steel on time so gangs never stand idle
• Book NHBRC and municipal inspections at the right stages
• Set out foundations, grid lines and levels with the surveyor or a dumpy level
• Coordinate subcontractors for plumbing, electrical, roofing and glazing
• Chair the weekly site meeting and record actions for the principal agent

• Code 08 licence and your own reliable transport between sites
• Good with MS Project or a similar programme tool
• At least 5 years on building or civil sites, 2 of them in a supervisory post
• Firm with labour, fair with subcontractors
• Working knowledge of the Construction Regulations 2014 under the OHS Act
• You can read architectural and structural drawings and pick up clashes

• Cellphone and laptop supplied
• Vehicle allowance or company bakkie
• Site accommodation on out-of-town projects

• If you have SACPCMP registration, put the number and category under your name.
• Mention the contract types you have worked on, like JBCC or GCC. It shows you understand claims and variations.