Earthworks Foreman – Unik Construction Engineering Namibia

March 15, 2026

Job Description

Unik Construction Engineering has grown from a small building contractor into a competitive large corporation with 20 years’ steadfast development, Established in 1996 in Botswana, the company has established branches in Lesotho, Zambia, Namibia and South Africa in 2007, 2009 and 2013 respectively. Unik Construction Engineering Namibia (Pty) Ltd, registered in 2013, located at 26 Rensburger Street, Lafrenz, Windhoek, specializes in larger scale projects ranging from road and bridge construction, water and sewer services, residential, commercial, industrial buildings and infrastructure development.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Supervise and control all daily site activities relating to bulk earthworks, platforms and related civil works.
  • Manage plant, labour and materials to ensure production and quality targets are achieved.
  • Interpret construction drawings and set out works in accordance with design levels and tolerances.
  • Enforce compliance with health, safety and environmental standards.
  • Prepare daily site reports and maintain effective communication with the Site Agent and Project Manager.

Minimum Requirements:

  • Minimum of 5 years’ experience in a similar role on earthworks, platforms or road construction projects.
  • Sound knowledge of earth-moving equipment, production rates and construction sequencing.
  • Ability to read drawings and use basic surveying instruments.
  • Valid driver’s licence and willingness to work in remote project locations.
  • Namibian citizens or candidates holding valid Namibian work permits will be given preference.

We Offer:

  • Competitive remuneration packages commensurate with experience
  • A professional working environment with opportunities for advancement.
  • The chance to contribute to major infrastructure projects within Namibia and the Southern African region.

Applications::

Interested applicants should submit a detailed Curriculum Vitae, certified copies of relevant qualifications, and contactable references to:

 

Email: [email protected] OR hand deliver at 26 Rensburger Street, Lafrenz Industrial Area, Windhoek.

 

Subject line: Application – Earthworks Foreman, Namibia

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Unik Construction Engineering Namibia (Pty) Ltd is an equal opportunity employer in accordance with the Affirmative Action (Employment) Act, Act 29 of 1998.

Closing Date: Friday, 27 April 2026

 

If you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application date, kindly consider your application as unsuccessful.

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