Job Description

Job Title:  Site Manager – River Abstraction/Dam Works

Location:  Site-Based, Thabazimbi, South Africa

Project Type: Large-Scale Municipal Water Infrastructure DB + Unit Price Contract Project  (Owner: Government Agency)

Contract Duration: 3 – 4 Years

1.Overview

An international frontrunner in infrastructure development is set to initiate a revolutionary and mammoth water project in Limpopo. Join a dynamic team committed to engineering excellence and sustainable development in one of South Africa’s most ambitious water infrastructure endeavors. This role focuses on managing civil and mechanical aspects of river abstraction and dam works construction, including reinforced concrete structures, hydraulic systems, and instrumentation. The Site Agent will lead on-site implementation and ensure alignment with technical standards and construction milestones.

2. What You’ll Do

• Manage on-site construction of river abstraction and dam works, ensuring effective team coordination and timely problem resolution.
• Oversee civil works including site preparation, foundation treatment, and construction of reinforced concrete structures such as gravity weirs, pump stations, valve chambers, and retaining walls.
• Lead mechanical installations, including design and assembly of hydraulic systems such as radial gates, hoists, and cranes.
• Supervise electrical, control, and instrumentation installations including power supply, lighting, PLC-based control systems, and related automation infrastructure.
• Enforce safety management systems, conduct regular safety training, and proactively eliminate risks through site inspections and hazard control.
• Serve as a liaison with the design unit, owner’s team, and supervision consultants; report site progress and coordinate resolution of design or execution issues.
• Engage with local community stakeholders to manage social impact and address construction-related disturbances.
• Maintain accurate documentation, archive construction records, and submit regular reports on progress, quality, and safety compliance.

3. What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 10 years of experience in the construction of reinforced concrete structures associated with bulk water infrastructure such as pipelines, reservoirs, pump stations, and valve chambers.
• Qualification in a relevant trade, or a diploma/degree (NQF Level 6 or equivalent) in Construction Management or Engineering. Foreign qualifications must be SAQA-accredited.
• Professional registration with ECSA or SACPCMP (advantageous;).
• Proven experience managing complex civil and mechanical construction sites in water infrastructure.
• Familiarity with electrical and instrumentation systems related to waterworks operations.
• Strong stakeholder communication and reporting capabilities.
• Willingness to be site-based in Limpopo for the duration of the project.

4. What We Offer

• The opportunity to be part of a landmark municipal water infrastructure project with tangible socio-economic impact.
• A challenging and rewarding site-based role with autonomy and strategic influence.
• Multicultural, high-performance team environment.