Job Description

Job Summary
A leading player in the heavy engineering and gas sector is seeking a highly skilled Site Supervisor to oversee a critical shutdown project. This is a short-term, high-impact contract role starting immediately.
Role Overview
The successful candidate will be responsible for managing site operations, ensuring safety protocols are strictly followed, and maintaining the project timeline for the duration of the shutdown.
Location: South Africa
Duration: ASAP - 31 March 2026
Industry: Engineering / Manufacturing
Key Responsibilities
Project Execution: Oversee daily operations on-site to ensure the shutdown remains on schedule and within technical specifications.
Team Leadership: Supervise multi-disciplinary teams and subcontractors, ensuring high productivity and quality workmanship.
Safety & Compliance: Enforce rigorous health and safety (HSE) standards to maintain a zero-incident environment.
Resource Management: Coordinate tools, materials, and equipment to ensure seamless workflow throughout the shutdown period.
Reporting: Provide regular progress updates to project management, identifying and resolving any bottlenecks or technical challenges immediately.
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must possess one of the following backgrounds along with proven supervisory experience:
Trade Qualification: Red Seal Boilermaker or a Mechanical trade background. OR
Academic Qualification: Diploma or Degree in Engineering or Construction Management.
Experience: Previous experience supervising shutdowns or large-scale industrial maintenance projects is essential within oil & Gas, Petrochemical or Refinery
Skills: Strong leadership, excellent communication, and a deep understanding of safety and quality standards in high-pressure environments.
Why Apply?
Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role, tailored to your level of experience and technical expertise. This is an excellent opportunity to add a high-profile project to your portfolio with an industry leader.
How to Apply
Contact Hire Resolve for your next career-changing move. Apply for this role today by reaching out to Thomas Stacey at Hire Resolve or via LinkedIn.
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Take the next step in your professional journey and join a team that values technical excellence and project precision.
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