Construction Site Supervisor needed in Mozambique for on site housing project
The Wright Recruitment · Mozambique
Overview
A recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Construction Site Supervisor to manage a housing project in Mozambique. If you have at least five years of site supervision experience, a valid passport and are willing to relocate, this role offers a chance to lead teams, ensure quality and safety, and work on an international project. Portuguese skills are a bonus. Housing is provided if you relocate.
About the role
As a Construction Site Supervisor, you will be responsible for overseeing daily construction activities on a housing project in Mozambique. You will coordinate site teams, subcontractors, materials and equipment to ensure work is completed according to approved drawings, quality standards and safety regulations. This is a permanent, full time position with housing offered if you relocate.
Your day to day tasks will include:
- Supervising and coordinating all daily construction activities on site
- Managing site workers, subcontractors and specialist contractors
- Monitoring project progress and ensuring milestones are met
- Conducting site inspections to check quality and compliance
- Enforcing health, safety and environmental rules on site
- Coordinating delivery and use of materials, tools and equipment
- Liaising with project managers, engineers, architects and suppliers
- Interpreting construction drawings and technical documents
- Maintaining daily site reports and progress updates
- Assisting with project planning, scheduling and cost control
Important application note: The Wright Recruitment is handling this vacancy. You will need a valid passport and be willing to relocate to Mozambique or work on site for the project duration. Portuguese language skills would be a significant advantage when communicating with local workers, suppliers and authorities.
Requirements
- Grade 12 or Matric certificate
- Valid passport
- Minimum of 5 years experience as a Site Supervisor or similar construction supervisory role
- Proven experience managing construction teams and subcontractors
- Strong knowledge of construction methods, materials, drawings and site procedures
- Good understanding of occupational health and safety requirements
- Ability to read and interpret construction plans and technical specifications
- Experience with site reporting, progress monitoring and construction scheduling
- Strong leadership, organisational and problem solving skills
- Ability to work under pressure and meet strict project deadlines
- Willingness to relocate to or work on a construction project in Mozambique
- A relevant qualification in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building or a related field would be advantageous
- Portuguese language skills would be a significant advantage
- Experience working on construction projects outside South Africa or in other African countries would be beneficial
- Knowledge of local construction regulations, labour requirements and site compliance procedures would be advantageous
- Must be adaptable to working in a different cultural and operational environment
- Availability to travel or remain on site for the duration of the project, as required
Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate all daily construction activities on site
- Ensure construction work is carried out according to approved drawings, specifications and project requirements
- Manage and oversee site workers, subcontractors and specialist contractors
- Monitor project progress and ensure that construction milestones and deadlines are achieved
- Conduct regular site inspections to ensure quality workmanship and compliance with construction standards
- Enforce health, safety and environmental regulations on site
- Identify potential construction delays, technical issues and operational challenges, implementing corrective measures where necessary
- Coordinate the delivery, storage and usage of construction materials, tools and equipment
- Monitor labour productivity and ensure resources are allocated effectively
- Liaise with project managers, engineers, architects, suppliers and other stakeholders
- Interpret construction drawings, plans and technical documentation
- Maintain daily site reports, progress updates, attendance records and relevant project documentation
- Conduct toolbox talks and ensure workers understand site safety procedures
- Monitor subcontractor performance and ensure work is completed to the required standard
- Assist with project planning, scheduling, cost control and resource management
- Report any deviations from project specifications, safety concerns or delays to management
- Ensure the site remains organised, clean and compliant with environmental requirements
- Assist with snagging inspections, rectification work and project handover
Benefits
Housing is offered if relocating to Mozambique
Job details
- Organisation
- The Wright Recruitment
- Location
- Mozambique
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid (5+ years)
- Education
- Matric
- Category
- Construction & Engineering
- Application Method
- Apply online
Success Guide
Before you apply, make sure your CV clearly shows your years of experience supervising construction sites and your ability to manage teams and subcontractors. Highlight any projects you have worked on outside South Africa, especially in other African countries, as that will stand out for this Mozambique role.
Since a valid passport is a minimum requirement, check that yours is up to date and include the details if possible. If you have any Portuguese language skills, even basic ones, mention it in your application. It is a big advantage for communicating with local workers and suppliers. The recruitment agency, The Wright Recruitment, is handling this role, so your application will go through them. Be ready to discuss how you handle safety on site, manage tight deadlines and deal with cultural differences in a new country. Good luck, this could be a great step in your construction career.
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