Overview
Site Foreman Jobs in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa at ExecutivePlacements.com
Title: Site Foreman
Company: ExecutivePlacements.com
Location: Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
Recruiter:
Fouche & Co Recruitment
Job Ref:
DBN000633/SS
Date posted:
Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Location:
Durban, South Africa
Salary:
10 000 Monthly
SUMMARY:
Mt Edgecombe – Take the lead on high-quality residential builds where your eye for detail and hands-on leadership style will directly impact the success of every project. This is a fantastic opportunity for a reliable foreman to join a dedicated team.
This is a boutique residential construction company based in KwaZulu-Natal, known for delivering quality building projects and maintaining a professional, well-ordered site environment.
POSITION INFO:
As the Site Foreman, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of residential building sites. You will lead on-site teams and subcontractors to ensure that all projects are completed to specification, on time, and within the highest standards of workmanship.
Key Responsibilities
- Supervise and coordinate daily activities for labourers and subcontractors on site.
- Ensure all building work aligns strictly with drawings, specifications, and project timelines.
- Monitor the quality of materials and workmanship throughout the construction process.
- Enforce site health and safety regulations to ensure a compliant and secure environment.
- Manage site tools, equipment, and material inventory.
- Conduct daily site inspections and provide progress reports to management.
- Identify and resolve technical or logistical on-site challenges efficiently.
- Oversee site cleanliness and maintain professional standards at all times.
- Assist with setting out and basic measurements.
- Accurately complete and submit staff timesheets for fortnightly wage processing.
Requirements
- Proven experience as a Site Foreman or in a similar supervisory role within the residential construction sector.
- A valid driver’s licence is essential.
- Sound technical knowledge of South African residential building processes and standards.
- Ability to interpret and work from building plans and technical drawings.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to lead diverse site teams.
Attributes
- A hands-on, proactive approach to problem-solving.
- High levels of accountability and a strong work ethic.
- Punctual, reliable, and trustworthy.
- Exceptional attention to detail and a sense of pride in final workmanship.
- Well-organised with the ability to work independently and meet strict deadlines.
Salary
R10,000 – R20,000 per month (dependent on experience).
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.***