Bricklayer

Reporting to the relevant manager, the Bricklayer will manage and coordinate all aspects of construction projects from initiation and conduct regular site inspections to verify workmanship meets quality standards at a company in Bloemfontein, Free State.

You will enjoy modern facilities and the equipment needed to do the job well. The company supports further study and professional development where relevant. Suitably qualified candidates are invited to submit their applications.

Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Compliance

  • 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.
  • 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.

Project Coordination & Planning

  • 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.
  • Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly progress reports to the project manager and client, documenting achievements, resource utilisation, weather delays, and any emerging issues impacting schedule or budget performance.
  • 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.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities when dealing with unforeseen site conditions or technical challenges.
  • A degree or national diploma in civil engineering, construction management, quantity surveying, or a related built environment discipline.
  • Proficiency in reading and interpreting architectural and engineering drawings, specifications, and bills of quantities.
  • Thorough knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations, with SACPCMP registration where required.

Qualifications

SACPCMP Registration as Construction Health and Safety Officer
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