Job title: EC&I Construction Supervisor - Kathu
Job type: Permanent
Emp type: Full-time
Industry: Design Engineering / Engineering Consultancy
Salary type: Annual
Salary: Negotiable
Location: John Taolo Gaetsewe District Municipality, NC
Job published: 13 Nov 2025
Job ID: 43874
Contact name: Erwin Maderthaner
Phone number: +27.12.8168738

Job Description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Electrical, Control and Instrumentation (EC&I) Construction Supervisor to join a leading engineering projects team in the mining and industrial sector. The successful candidate will provide on-site EPCM project services, ensuring all EC&I construction and installation activities are executed in accordance with design specifications, client standards, and project timelines.

 

Key responsibilities:

  • Supervise all electrical and instrumentation construction activities on-site for assigned projects.
  • Ensure that installations comply with design specifications, client standards, and applicable regulations.
  • Facilitate quality control and assurance throughout the full project life cycle, including manufacturing, construction, testing, and commissioning.
  • Conduct inspection and punching of all EC&I installations, ensuring compliance and readiness for commissioning.
  • Oversee redlining of IFC drawings to reflect as-built conditions.
  • Coordinate and manage access for follow-on trades in alignment with project schedules.
  • Collaborate effectively with multi-disciplinary project teams to ensure seamless project execution.
  • Apply and oversee testing and commissioning procedures to maintain the highest quality standards.
  • Ensure adherence to safety protocols, including conducting and participating in risk assessments and CTAs.

Qualifications and experience:

  • National Diploma in Electrical or Electronic Engineering.
  • Minimum of 6 years’ industrial experience in a mining or plant environment, with at least 3 years in an EC&I Construction Supervisor role.
  • Strong knowledge of EC&I design, installation, and commissioning standards.
  • Proven experience in supervising multi-disciplinary teams and ensuring compliance with project schedules and specifications.
  • Training and experience in conducting risk assessments and CTAs.
  • Valid EC1 driver’s license (Code 10).

Skills and attributes:

  • Excellent leadership, coordination, and communication skills.
  • Strong understanding of quality control procedures and safety management systems.
  • Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications accurately.
  • High attention to detail and commitment to project deadlines.
  • Problem-solving mindset with a proactive approach to resolving on-site challenges.