Construction Manager

SUMMARY:
Our client in the Petrochemical (Electrical) industry is seeking to employ a qualified Construction Manager/Site Manager to join their team. Please note that this is a (fixed-term contract). 
Location: Secunda, Mpumalanga

POSITION INFO:
Efficiency Staffing Solutions (Pty) Ltd
Registration No. 2022/876857/07

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and oversee all site construction activities to ensure safe, on-time, and quality-compliant execution.
• Lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams (electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, civil where applicable).
• Ensure full compliance with Sasol HSE requirements, permit-to-work systems, and safety documentation.
• Implement and enforce quality-control measures, ensuring all work meets Sasol and project standards.
• Oversee daily and weekly planning, scheduling, and progress tracking to keep the project on program.
• Conduct and lead site meetings, toolbox talks, and coordination sessions with stakeholders and subcontractors.
• Prepare and submit daily reports, progress updates, risk registers, and non-conformance reports where required.
• Identify, mitigate, and escalate risks and delays to ensure continuous workflow and minimal disruption.
• Manage materials, tools, and resources, including coordination with procurement and stores.
• Ensure accurate as-built documentation, test packs, and handover documentation are completed on time.
• Drive a strong safety and quality culture among the workforces.
• Provide technical guidance to teams and resolve on-site problems quickly and effectively.

Experience & Qualification

• National Senior Certificate or equivalent
• Qualified Electrician (red seal or equivalent recognized trade).
• Minimum 5 years' experience working as a Construction Manager in the electrical or multidisciplinary construction environment.
• Proven experience on multi-discipline projects (electrical, mechanical, instrumentation, civil interfaces).
• Extensive experience working in the Sasol petrochemical environment.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of Sasol HSE standards, procedures, and risk-management frameworks.
• Solid understanding of Sasol Quality Control processes, documentation, and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, reporting, and stakeholder-coordination skills.
• Ability to lead, manage, and motivate construction teams to ensure project progress remains on schedule.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to work on-site full-time.
• Computer literate (MS Projects, Excel, Word, and relevant construction management systems).

Additional Information

• Only applicants who meet the requirements outlined above will be considered.
• If you do not hear from us within 14 days, please consider your application unsuccessful.

If you meet the above requirements, please submit your application, including your CV and a copy of ID.

Alternatively, email / to apply for the above position. Please include the position and job vacancy reference number in the subject line and attach your CV and a copy of ID in the email.

 

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