Site Labourer (Concrete Crew)

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Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
Temporary
Posted 1 day ago
Temporary General Worker
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Job Description

You'll mix, carry, dig and clean up so the tradespeople on a school building project in Richards Bay can keep building. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in Richards Bay. Relocation is not covered for this one. Weekend work is on a roster, so you won't be on every weekend.

The work, day to day

  • Sign the daily safety talk register before work starts
  • Cut and lay paving bricks along string lines
  • Set up barriers, cones and signs around open trenches
  • Mix concrete and mortar by hand or with a small mixer
  • Dig trenches and foundations to the depth the foreman marks
  • Clean tools, mixers and wheelbarrows at the end of each day

You'll need

  • Able to follow instructions from a foreman or artisan
  • Grade 8 or higher
  • A clean record is preferred for some government sites
  • Physically strong and fit for outdoor work in all weather
  • You take safety rules seriously and wear full PPE

What you get

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

How to apply

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in Richards Bay really suit you before you apply.
  2. Keep copies of these ready to send: reference letter or phone number from a past foreman, certified ID copy and proof of address in the area plus any safety or scaffolding certificates.
  3. Use the form on this page. It takes about two minutes and you don't need to upload anything yet.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 5 working days.

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Before you hit apply

  • 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.
  • If a foreman can vouch for you, put their number on your CV. Site hiring runs on word of mouth.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeTemporary
LocationRichards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal
CategoryGeneral Worker
Experience1+ years
Posted7 November 2026
Closing Date12 December 2026
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