Civil Labourer (Road Works)

Every wall and slab on this shopping centre renovation in Krugersdorp needs labourers, and the crew needs one more. Someone who likes a bit of variety, but also likes doing things the right way, will enjoy this.

The work is in Krugersdorp, Gauteng, so you'll need a reliable way to get there every day.

• Dig trenches and foundations to the depth the foreman marks
• Mix concrete and mortar by hand or with a small mixer
• Clean tools, mixers and wheelbarrows at the end of each day
• Sign the daily safety talk register before work starts
• Clear rubble and load it into skips

• Prepared to travel between sites in the area
• Grade 8 or higher
• A clean record is preferred for some government sites
• Physically strong and fit for outdoor work in all weather

• Living near the site (many projects hire local labour)
• Previous site work you can show with a reference

• Boots, hard hat and overalls issued on site
• Paid weekly or fortnightly
• Learn from artisans with a chance to move up to assistant
• Overtime on weekend pours and deadline days

• Government-funded projects often reserve jobs for people from the local ward. Bring proof of address and ask the site office about the local labour desk.
• List past sites by name and what you did there, like "mixed concrete, laid kerbs". It proves you have done real site work.