Durban: General Foreman – Earthworks posted by Jobs 4 All

About the Role

The General Foreman – Earthworks role at Jobs 4 All requires a highly experienced and skilled professional to lead our earthworks team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for overseeing daily activities, managing site foremen and labor teams, and ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Site Management & Supervision

– Supervise and coordinate daily earthworks activities on site

– Ensure work is executed according to drawings, specifications, and method statements

– Manage and lead site foremen, operators, and labor teams

– Manage of Sub Contractors that form part of the Earthworks Team

– Monitor productivity and implement improvements where necessary

• Production Planning

– Develop and manage short-term and long-term production schedules

– Allocate plant, equipment, and labor efficiently

– Track daily production outputs against targets

– Identify risks to progress and implement corrective actions

• Health & Safety Compliance

– Enforce compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA)

– Conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments, and safety inspections

– Ensure safe operation of plant and equipment

– Report and investigate incidents and near misses

• Quality Control

– Ensure all work meets required engineering and quality standards

– Coordinate with surveyors for levels, setting out, and final checks

– Oversee compaction, layer works, and material compliance

• Plant & Equipment Management

– Oversee utilization and maintenance of earthmoving equipment

– Coordinate repairs and preventative maintenance

– Monitor fuel usage and equipment efficiency

• Cost Control

– Monitor site costs and production efficiency

– Minimize waste and prevent rework

– Assist with budgeting and cost forecasting

• Reporting & Communication

– Provide daily and weekly production reports

– Liaise with engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers

– Attend site meetings and contribute to progress discussions

Minimum Requirements

Qualifications:

• National Diploma / Degree in Civil Engineering or Construction Management (preferred)
• Relevant trade or foreman qualification with strong experience will be considered

Experience:

• Minimum 10 – 15 years’ experience in earthworks and civil construction
• At least 5 years in a supervisory or management role
• Proven experience on bulk earthworks, roadworks, or infrastructure projects

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of earthworks processes (cut/fill, compaction, layer works)
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings
• Experience with GPS machine control systems (advantageous)
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word)

Key Competencies

• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent planning and organizational ability
• Problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Good communication and interpersonal skills

Additional Requirements

• Valid driver’s license
• Willingness to work long hours and travel if required
• Medically fit to work on construction sites