Description:
JOB AD: Junior Site Manager / Site Supervisor (Construction)
Location: Durban & surrounds (site-based)
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: R4,000 basic + R350 per day (attendance-based)
Type: Full-time About the role
We’re looking for a hands-on Junior Site Manager / Site Supervisor with solid construction site experience. You’ll assist in running sites end-to-end and may manage multiple small-to-medium projects at once under a senior manager. Key Responsibilities (Site Manager level expectations)
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Manage daily site operations and ensure work is completed to programme, quality, and safety standards
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Read and interpret architectural and construction plans accurately
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Coordinate and supervise multiple teams and subcontractors
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Plan labour and materials, place orders, and control site usage/wastage
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Conduct daily briefings, toolbox talks, and manage site discipline
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Track progress and report to management (photos, site diaries, progress updates)
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Ensure correct setting out, snagging, and quality control during the build
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Liaise with clients, landlords, centres/PMs (where required)
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Ensure compliance with basic H&S requirements and safe work practices
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Handle site handovers, snag lists, and close-out documentation Minimum Requirements
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Construction site experience (junior site manager / foreman / site supervisor)
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Must be able to read plans and understand them
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Proven experience managing multiple projects and teams
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Strong communication and problem-solving skills
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Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work under pressure
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Valid driver’s licence and own transport (preferred)
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Available to start soon Advantageous (Nice to have)
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Retail fit-out / renovations experience
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Setting out experience
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Basic admin skills (Excel/WhatsApp reporting)
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H&S exposure (inductions, PPE control, toolbox talks) How to Apply
Send your CV + references + expected availability to: ops@hodholdings.co.za
Subject/Message: Junior Site Manager – (Your Name)
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