Site Supervision

Key Responsibilities

• Managing construction personnel

  and delegating tasks to ensure deadlines are met.

• Performing regular inspections

  of the construction site to ensure work is progressing smoothly.

• Identifying potential safety hazards

  on-site and managing them effectively.
• Ensuring all personnel comply with

  health and safety practices

  , such as wearing appropriate protective equipment.

• Organizing work schedules

  for the construction team.

• Checking work techniques

  to ensure they are correct and safe.

• Managing orders and deliveries

  of building materials to maintain project timelines.
• Assisting

  project managers

  with planning and coordinating work activities.
• Completing

  site reports

  and maintaining other essential records.
• Attending

  site management meetings

  to stay aligned with project goals and updates.

Working Environment

• Site supervisors work primarily in

  outdoor construction sites

  , which means exposure to various weather conditions.
• The role may involve working at

  heights

  , and a

  full driving license

  is typically required as it involves traveling between worksites, client businesses, and meetings with key stakeholders.

Site Supervisor Skills

Technical Skills

• Knowledge of building and construction methods

  .

• Experience in manufacturing production and processes

  .

• Knowledge of construction regulations

  and

  health and safety legislation

  .
• Ability to

  interpret building plans

  and

  blueprints

  .

• Problem-solving

  abilities to overcome on-site challenges.

Soft Skills

• Attention to detail

  to identify potential issues early on.
• Strong

  teamwork

  and

  interpersonal abilities

  to foster collaboration on-site.
• Excellent

  communication

  skills for conveying instructions and updates to the team and stakeholders.

• Leadership

  capabilities to guide the construction team and ensure smooth operations.

• Flexibility

  to adapt to changing project needs or unexpected obstacles.
• Strong

  customer service

  mindset for liaising with clients and addressing concerns.

• Adaptability

  to different working conditions and tasks.

• Business management

  skills for overseeing project budgets and schedules.

• IT literacy

  , including the use of computers and handheld devices for reporting and communication.