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General Foreman (Concrete & Structures)

How2Apply Talent Network

Soweto, Gauteng

Contract

Posted 3 hours ago

Contract Construction Code 08

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Job Description

Here you run the site: labour, materials, quality and progress for the general building contractor in Soweto. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

Location: Soweto, Gauteng. Applicants who already live in the area get looked at first. Start date: as soon as possible for the right person.

What you'll actually do

Run toolbox talks and support the safety officer on Construction Regulations compliance
Check reinforcing, shuttering and cover blocks before calling for a pour inspection
Measure completed work for monthly payment certificates
Order concrete, bricks and steel on time so gangs never stand idle
Keep the site diary, daily labour returns and plant hours up to date

You'll need

Working knowledge of the Construction Regulations 2014 under the OHS Act
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
You can read architectural and structural drawings and pick up clashes
National Diploma or BTech in Building or Civil Engineering, or a trade background with site experience

Extra points for

Concrete technology short course
Worked on CIDB grade 6 or higher projects

What's in it for you

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

Applying, step by step

Check you meet the must-haves first; recruiters filter on those before anything else.
Get these ready, because shortlisted people are asked for them straight away: a project list with values, dates and your role on each plus certified copy of your ID.
Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
Watch for a call or WhatsApp from How2Apply over the next 8 working days.

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

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.

How to stand out

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.