Finishing Foreman (Fit-Out & Snagging)

This civil engineering contractor in Epping needs someone who can read the drawings and get a building out of the ground. Bring a calm head on busy days and you'll be fine.

The site is in Epping; early starts mean public transport timing matters, so check your route before applying. There's a probation period of three months before the contract is confirmed.

• Draw up snag lists and close them out before practical completion
• Run toolbox talks and support the safety officer on Construction Regulations compliance
• Check workmanship against drawings, specifications and SANS 10400
• Coordinate subcontractors for plumbing, electrical, roofing and glazing
• Book NHBRC and municipal inspections at the right stages
• Chair the weekly site meeting and record actions for the principal agent
• Keep the site diary, daily labour returns and plant hours up to date

• Firm with labour, fair with subcontractors
• At least 5 years on building or civil sites, 2 of them in a supervisory post
• Code 08 licence and your own reliable transport between sites
• You can read architectural and structural drawings and pick up clashes

• Concrete technology short course
• Surveying skills with a total station

• Site accommodation on out-of-town projects
• Cellphone and laptop supplied
• Project completion bonus linked to handover date

• If you have SACPCMP registration, put the number and category under your name.
• Add a short project table to your CV: project name, type, rand value and your role. Contractors hire on project size.