Construction Supervisor (Mechanical & Structural)

Wood is seeking an experienced Mechanical / Structural Construction Supervisor to join the site team on the Etango Project in Namibia. The role will represent Wood in the field and oversee the construction contractor’s mechanical and structural activities, with a strong focus on safe execution, quality, progress, productivity and Completions.

The successful candidate will oversee contractor activities within the assigned mechanical and structural work fronts. The Supervisor will check that work is properly planned, resourced and executed to approved drawings, specifications, quality requirements, project procedures and the construction schedule. The contractor remains responsible for managing its own supervision, labour, construction methods and execution.

This vacancy is open to Namibian citizens only. Proof of Namibian citizenship will be required.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee the contractor’s daily mechanical and structural construction activities.
• Confirm that work is executed safely and in line with approved drawings, specifications, procedures and quality requirements.
• Check that current Approved for Construction drawings and documents are being used at the work fronts.
• Monitor contractor supervision, labour, materials, plant and equipment against planned work and look-ahead schedules.
• Monitor progress and productivity and identify access constraints, design issues, material shortages and interface problems early.
• Review contractor method statements, risk assessments, work packs, lift plans and inspection and test plans as required.
• Coordinate with Construction Management, Engineering, Planning, HSE, Quality, Materials, Completions, Commissioning, vendors and other contractors.
• Carry out regular field surveillance and progressive punching throughout construction.
• Check recently completed work, including the previous day’s work, and give the contractor prompt feedback on incomplete, defective or non-compliant work.
• Record, track and verify close-out of punch items and recurring workmanship concerns.
• Complete Wood Daily Diaries and review contractor Daily Diaries for accuracy and completeness.
• Maintain clear records of progress, quantities, labour, equipment, productivity, delays, instructions and significant site events.
• Witness inspections and tests where assigned and support the close-out of quality issues and non-conformances.
• Confirm that red-line drawings, inspection records, test certificates and Completions documentation are compiled as the work progresses.
• Support construction completion, mechanical completion, pre-commissioning and commissioning activities.
• Exercise stop-work authority where there is an immediate risk to people, the environment, assets or quality.
• Work through the contractor’s authorised management and supervisors without taking over responsibility for the contractor’s workforce or construction execution.

Mechanical and structural scope

• Structural steel fabrication and erection.
• Mechanical equipment and package installation.
• Platework, bins, chutes, tanks and associated supports.
• Conveyors and materials-handling equipment.
• Pumps and other mechanical plant equipment.
• Equipment alignment, bolting, grouting and installation checks.
• Access platforms, walkways, handrails and stairs.
• Lifting, rigging and heavy installation activities.
• Vendor package installation and technical support.
• Preservation and protection of equipment, materials and completed work.
• Mechanical and structural punch-list close-out and construction support for testing and pre-commissioning.

Qualifications and experience

• Relevant mechanical, structural, boilermaking, fitting, rigging or construction trade qualification, technical diploma or degree.
• At least seven years of relevant site construction experience, preferably on mining, mineral processing, industrial plant or similar projects.
• Practical construction execution experience gained while working for a construction contractor, engineering contractor or project delivery organisation.
• Experience gained only in a client monitoring or inspection role will not be sufficient.
• Good knowledge of structural steel erection, mechanical equipment installation, platework and materials-handling systems.
• Able to read and understand construction drawings, equipment drawings, specifications and installation details.
• Experience overseeing construction contractors and coordinating work between disciplines.
• Working knowledge of safe work controls, lifting activities, quality documentation, progress measurement and Completions systems.
• Experience with progressive punching, mechanical completion and pre-commissioning support.
• Able to prepare clear Daily Diaries, reports and construction records.
• Computer skills suitable for reporting, document control and project systems.
• Previous mining or process plant construction experience will be an advantage.

Skills and behaviour

• Practical, construction-focused and visible in the field.
• Strong safety and quality awareness.
• Able to identify construction problems and poor workmanship early.
• Firm, professional and fair when dealing with contractors.
• Able to challenge poor performance without taking over the contractor’s responsibilities.
• Good planning, coordination and problem-solving skills.
• Clear spoken and written communication.
• Accurate with Daily Diaries and construction records.
• Able to work across disciplines, contractors and cultures.
• Focused on completing work safely, correctly and on time.

Eligibility and site requirements

• Namibian citizens only. Proof of citizenship is required.
• Applicants must be available to work at the Etango project site in accordance with the project roster and working arrangements.
• Appointment will be subject to Wood recruitment requirements and the applicable medical, security and site-access requirements.