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Senior Technologist - Site - E&I Supervisor (12-month Fixed Term Contract)

Hatch

Hatch

People & HR, Operations
Johannesburg, South Africa
Posted on May 28, 2025

Requisition ID: 95141

Job Category: Engineering

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Join a company that is passionately committed to the pursuit of a better world through positive change. With more than 65 years of business and technical expertise in mining, energy, and infrastructure, our 10,000 colleagues in 150 countries tirelessly work toward bettering the industries in which we operate. With practical solutions that are safe, innovative and sustainable, we think globally while acting locally.

Join our Project Delivery Group (PDG), a dynamic team of professionals passionately committed to world-class project delivery across the globe. With expertise in sustainable studies, asset building and operations, and industry-leading efficiencies, our best-in-class team leverages methodologies, governance and systems that are unparalleled in the engineering space. Are you looking for an opportunity to join a diverse group of professionals who are committed to remaining exceptional? We look forward to hearing from you.

Summary:

The Senior Technologist Site E&I Supervisor is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the construction contractors and maintaining the project performance goals. Supervisors coordinate work efforts and ensure activities are sequenced in accordance with the project schedule. A supervisor must be a competent person in the construction trade so that they may accurately evaluate the methods and performance in all respects of the particular scope elements of the project for which he is accountable. This is a 12-month Fixed-Term Contract.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Responsible for construction supervision and administration including supervision of contractors and their subcontractors for assigned portions of the project
  • Assists in the coordination of the design deliverables to support continuous and efficient construction
  • Communicates the identification, management and resolution of deficiencies and non-conformance to the Construction Manager
  • Assists with site administration and record keeping procedures in accordance with the Construction Execution Plan
  • Assists with construction estimating, scheduling, cost control and reporting for all work being performed by the contractor in his assigned area of the project.

Qualifications and Experience

Essential:

  • Technical degree or equivalent years of supervisory experience required for a leadership position
  • Minimum five to ten years’ onsite experience on major projects
  • Strong leadership skills, the ability to motivate and lead discipline-focused site teams to successfully execute the assigned scope of work
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent negotiation and interpersonal skills
  • Broad knowledge of the EPCM model of project delivery including the activities, interfaces and interdependencies of all project disciplines (engineering, procurement, construction management, and other project related disciplines)
  • Comprehensive knowledge and ability to practically interpret and apply good construction practice and appropriate industry standards.

This is a site based position and will included extended travel to remote areas.

Why join us?



What we offer you?

  • Flexible work environment
  • Long term career development
  • Think globally, work locally

Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.

We're committed to fostering a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve. Hatch is an Equal Opportunity Employer that considers applicants without regard to age, race, color, national origin, citizenship, religion, creed, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, veteran, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know. We'll do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.