Site Agent

At the **Faircape Group**, we’re not just redefining retirement living — we’re shaping the future of healthcare within luxury retirement villages. Our six world-class facilities feature modern, technologically advanced Healthcare Centres that provide everything from frail care and dementia support to sub-acute recovery and assisted living.

For nearly four decades, the **Faircape Group** has shaped South Africa’s residential, healthcare, and lifestyle landscape through its commitment to **precision, integrity, and quality**.
Our **Faircape Life** division manages luxury retirement living and healthcare environments where every detail matters — from the foundations beneath to the finishing touches residents experience daily.

**We are seeking an experienced Site Agent** to oversee construction, renovation, and small-works projects across our Faircape Life facilities, primarily based in **(Somerset West)** with possible additional oversight of other projects in southern suburbs.

This role calls for a hands-on professional who can coordinate multiple sites, manage contractors, and ensure that every project is delivered **on time, within budget, and to the highest standards of craftsmanship and safety**.

**Why Join Faircape Life**:

- Be part of a **reputable, stable, and growing organisation** with multi-industry excellence.
- Work on **high-impact projects** that shape luxury environments and healthcare infrastructure.
- Enjoy **autonomy, responsibility, and visible results** from your leadership on-site.
- Experience a **supportive and collaborative culture** that values integrity, detail, and progress.
- **Above-market salaries -**We pay for excellence
- **Quarterly performance bonuses** - your contribution and results are recognised throughout the year.
- **Long-service leave** - because loyalty and commitment deserve to be celebrated.
- **Discounted Faircom internet packages** - stay connected at home and work.

**Responsibilities**:

- Oversee all construction, refurbishment, across residential units, healthcare centres, and clubhouses.
- Manage day-to-day site operations to ensure efficient sequencing, adherence to schedules, and steady progress toward completion targets.
- Conduct regular site inspections to verify compliance with drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
- Enforce Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) compliance, maintaining a safe and productive work environment.
- Identify potential risks or delays early and take corrective action to protect timelines and budgets.
- Manage timeous ordering delivery of materials, tools, and plant in line with project phases.
- Supervise and coordinate subcontractors to ensure high-quality workmanship and compliance with specifications.
- Assign tasks to Site Foremen, monitor progress, and provide hands-on technical guidance when required.
- Track milestones, identify variances, and report on progress,, and risks.
- Collaborate with the Contracts Manager and Director to align site performance with organisational objectives.
- Prepare weekly and monthly reports supported by photos, schedules, and summaries.
- Lead, motivate, and manage site teams to uphold productivity, professionalism, and teamwork.
- Ensure staff and contractors complete inductions, safety training, and maintain valid certifications.
- Ensure plant and equipment are properly maintained and certified.
- Conduct final quality checks and oversee handover processes, ensuring all snags and defects are resolved to Faircape standards.

**Requirements**:
**Qualification**:

- National Diploma or Degree in Building, Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (essential).
- Trade qualification in building, carpentry, or civil works (advantageous).
- SACPCMP registration or eligibility for registration as a Construction Manager / Site Agent (advantageous).

**Experience and Knowledge**:

- Proven experience managing construction sites, refurbishments, or small-works projects from inception to completion.
- Strong working knowledge of building methodologies, site setup, sequencing, and quality assurance standards.
- Sound understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and contract documentation.
- In-depth knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) regulations and site compliance requirements.
- Demonstrated ability to manage subcontractors, resources, and procurement efficiently.
- Skilled in project planning, progress tracking, and reporting using **MS Project** or similar software.
- Experience in maintaining accurate site documentation, safety files, and inspection records.
- Familiarity with residential, healthcare, and commercial environments will be advantageous.

**Skills and Attributes**

- Strong technical and practical aptitude with a hands-on approach to site management.
- Strong skills in setting out new works.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills, able to handle multiple concurrent projects.
- Exceptional attention to detail