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General Foreman (Concrete & Structures) – Fixed-Term

How2Apply Talent Network

Cape Town CBD, Western Cape

Full-time

Posted 1 day ago

Full-time Construction Code 08

R41 250 – R56 000/month

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Job Description

This road and stormwater contractor in Cape Town CBD needs someone who can read the drawings and get a building out of the ground. You don't need to be the loudest person in the room, just the one others can count on.

Location: Cape Town CBD, Western Cape. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Most weeks are 45 hours, in line with the BCEA.

What you'll actually do

Check workmanship against drawings, specifications and SANS 10400
Keep the site diary, daily labour returns and plant hours up to date
Set out foundations, grid lines and levels with the surveyor or a dumpy level
Measure completed work for monthly payment certificates
Check reinforcing, shuttering and cover blocks before calling for a pour inspection

What you need

You can read architectural and structural drawings and pick up clashes
Code 08 licence and your own reliable transport between sites
Good with MS Project or a similar programme tool
National Diploma or BTech in Building or Civil Engineering, or a trade background with site experience

On offer

Project completion bonus linked to handover date
Vehicle allowance or company bakkie
Cellphone and laptop supplied
Site accommodation on out-of-town projects

How to apply

Make sure the role, the hours and working in Cape Town CBD really suit you before you apply.
Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): certified copy of your ID plus two references from project managers you worked under.
Send your details with the form below. Add one or two lines about similar work you've done.
If you're shortlisted you'll hear from us within 10 working days, usually by phone.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around Cape Town CBD.

How2Apply never charges you to apply, for training, for uniforms or for a "placement fee". If anyone asks you for money, it is a scam.

Before you hit apply

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