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Decking Foreman

R 15 000 a month
West Coast Personnel
Cape Town Full-day Full-time

Description:

My client is looking for an experienced Decking Foreman to oversee decking installations, ensuring quality workmanship, efficient project management, and adherence to safety standards. The ideal candidate has a strong background in timber and composite decking, team leadership, and site supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Planning & Preparation

  • Review project plans and specifications.
  • Schedule and coordinate material deliveries.
  • Ensure site readiness before installation begins.

2. Site Supervision

  • Manage and lead decking installers and labour teams.
  • Ensure adherence to manufacturer guidelines and company standards.
  • Conduct routine site inspections to maintain quality and efficiency.

3. Quality Control

  • Inspect materials upon delivery for quality and suitability.
  • Oversee installation techniques, spacing, fastening, and alignment.
  • Maintain high workmanship standards throughout the project.

4. Health & Safety Management

  • Enforce strict site safety protocols, including PPE and tool handling.
  • Conduct regular safety briefings and risk assessments.
  • Ensure equipment is correctly maintained and stored.

5. Time Management & Scheduling

  • Keep projects on track with effective scheduling.
  • Address and resolve any delays proactively.
  • Provide accurate progress updates to management.

6. Communication & Liaison

  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, suppliers, and office staff.
  • Provide regular updates and address site-related concerns.
  • Communicate any project adjustments or challenges promptly.

7. Problem-Solving

  • Identify and resolve installation issues efficiently.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and contractors for solutions.
  • Implement strategies to minimize disruptions.

8. Documentation & Reporting

  • Maintain daily site reports on progress, materials, labour, and incidents.
  • Keep detailed photographic records.
  • Report significant issues to senior management.

9. Cost & Materials Management

  • Monitor and control material usage to prevent waste.
  • Record material costs and labour expenses accurately.
  • Ensure flexible, on-time management of additional material needs.

10. Training & Development

  • Mentor and train installation teams to enhance skills.
  • Provide ongoing feedback to improve productivity.

Requirements:

  • Review project plans and specifications.
  • Schedule and coordinate material deliveries.
  • Ensure site readiness before installation begins.
  • Manage and lead decking installers and labour teams.
  • Ensure adherence to manufacturer guidelines and company standards.
  • Conduct routine site inspections to maintain quality and efficiency.
  • Inspect materials upon delivery for quality and suitability.
  • Oversee installation techniques, spacing, fastening, and alignment.
  • Maintain high workmanship standards throughout the project.
  • Enforce strict site safety protocols, including PPE and tool handling.
  • Conduct regular safety briefings and risk assessments.
  • Ensure equipment is correctly maintained and stored.
  • Keep projects on track with effective scheduling.
  • Address and resolve any delays proactively.
  • Provide accurate progress updates to management.
  • Act as the main point of contact for clients, suppliers, and office staff.
  • Provide regular updates and address site-related concerns.
  • Communicate any project adjustments or challenges promptly.
  • Identify and resolve installation issues efficiently.
  • Coordinate with suppliers and contractors for solutions.
  • Implement strategies to minimize disruptions.
  • Maintain daily site reports on progress, materials, labour, and incidents.
  • Keep detailed photographic records.
  • Report significant issues to senior management.
  • Monitor and control material usage to prevent waste.
  • Record material costs and labour expenses accurately.
  • Ensure flexible, on-time management of additional material needs.
  • Mentor and train installation teams to enhance skills.
  • Provide ongoing feedback to improve productivity.
  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in decking installation and site supervision.
  • Strong knowledge of timber and composite decking systems.
  • Experience managing teams and subcontractors.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
  • Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance.
  • Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.
  • Matric certificate.
  • Contactable references.

Requirements:

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in decking installation and site supervision.
  • Strong knowledge of timber and composite decking systems.
  • Experience managing teams and subcontractors.
  • Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
  • Strong understanding of safety regulations and compliance.
  • Excellent problem-solving, leadership, and communication skills.
  • Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

Additional Requirements:

  • Matric certificate.
  • Contactable references.
01 Apr 2025;   from: careers24.com

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