Bricklayer

A great opportunity is available for an experienced Bricklayer in Ladysmith, KwaZulu-Natal. A positive attitude and a willingness to learn will take you far in this role.

Open communication and a solutions-focused attitude are highly valued. The business is growing, and capable people grow with it. Qualified candidates are encouraged to get their applications in early.

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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.
• Liaise with architects, structural engineers, quantity surveyors, and MEP consultants to resolve design queries, request technical clarifications, process variation orders, and coordinate multidisciplinary interfaces seamlessly on site.

Site Management & Supervision

• Conduct daily site inspections to verify that all work conforms to engineering drawings, architectural specifications, and approved method statements, identifying and documenting any deviations or non-conformances for rectification within agreed timeframes.
• Manage and coordinate all on-site construction activities including setting out, earthworks, concrete pours, steel fixing, bricklaying, and finishing trades, ensuring every phase progresses according to the approved programme and quality benchmarks.
• Supervise subcontractors and direct labour across multiple work fronts by allocating daily tasks, monitoring productivity and workmanship, conducting regular toolbox talks, and addressing any performance or conduct issues immediately and decisively on site.

• Thorough knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations, with SACPCMP registration where required.
• A minimum of five years of construction industry experience with at least two years in a supervisory or management role.
• For artisan roles, a recognised trade certificate in bricklaying, carpentry, or plumbing issued by a relevant training authority.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to manage relationships with diverse stakeholders including clients and consultants.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities.
• Strong project management skills including ability to plan, schedule, and resource activities using project management software.