Carpenter

To supervise subcontractors and on-site labour and oversee commissioning and handover of completed works, an organisation in Johannesburg, Gauteng is seeking a Carpenter.

Good humour and professionalism sit side by side here. Day to day, you will collaborate with colleagues who take real pride in their work. Put your name forward today and tell us what you bring.

Normal working hours apply, with occasional flexibility required during busy periods.

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all plant, machinery, and equipment on site is inspected daily by competent operators, that inspection checklists are completed diligently, and that any defective equipment is immediately tagged out of service and removed from the work area.
• Implement and enforce site-specific health and safety plans in accordance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations, ensuring all personnel undergo site induction and sign the required registers before commencing any work.
• Investigate all incidents, near misses, and unsafe acts thoroughly by conducting root cause analysis, implementing preventative measures, and preparing detailed investigation reports for the construction manager, client representative, and regulatory authorities.
• Conduct regular safety inspections and risk assessments across all work areas including excavations, scaffolding, working at height, and confined spaces, documenting findings and implementing corrective actions within the agreed timeframes to prevent recurrence.

Project Coordination & Planning

• Manage procurement scheduling and material take-offs from approved drawings and bills of quantities, raising requisitions timeously to ensure materials are available when needed without disrupting the construction programme or causing idle labour.
• Develop and maintain detailed construction programmes using project management software such as Microsoft Project, identifying critical path activities, resource requirements, and key milestones to guide weekly work planning and resource allocation.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders including clients and consultants.
• A minimum of five years of construction industry experience with at least two years in a supervisory or management role.
• A valid driver's licence and own reliable transport to travel between the office and construction sites as required.
• Strong project management skills including ability to plan, schedule, and resource activities using project management software.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities when dealing with unforeseen site conditions or technical challenges.