Steel Fixer Foreman (Reinforcement & Bar Bending)

Key Responsibilities

1. Labor Management & Site Execution

• Frontline Supervision: Directly lead and manage gangs of steel fixers and helpers to ensure daily production targets for reinforcement are met.
• Work Allocation: Assign daily tasks to the steel fixing team based on the priority of work fronts and ensure every worker understands the specific rebar requirements and safety protocols.
• Material Coordination: Coordinate the timely delivery of rebar and binding wire to the work area, ensuring the team has the necessary tools (cutters, benders, tying tools) to work without interruption.
• Productivity: Monitor and drive the pace of steel fixing to align with the weekly look-ahead schedule, reporting any delays or material shortages to the Site Engineer immediately.

2. Quality & Technical Compliance

• Drawing & BBS Interpretation: Expertly read and interpret structural shop drawings and Bar Bending Schedules (BBS) to ensure steel is fixed to the exact diameter, spacing, and lap length required.
• Inspection Readiness: Ensure that all reinforcement works are completed to the required quality standards (proper spacing, cover block placement, and secure tying) before calling for an internal inspection.
• Accuracy: Verify that the reinforcement is correctly positioned and secured to prevent displacement during concrete pouring.

3. Safety & Documentation

• HSE Enforcement: Enforce strict adherence to UNEC’s Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) policies. Conduct daily Toolbox Talks (TBTs) and ensure all workers are wearing appropriate PPE.
• Safe Work Practices: Monitor high-risk activities such as manual handling of heavy rebar and working at height, ensuring all safety measures are in place.
• Reporting: Maintain accurate daily logs of labor attendance, material usage, and work progress. Report any site incidents or near-misses immediately.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education: Secondary School Certificate or Technical Diploma in Civil Engineering/Construction.
• Experience: Minimum 8 to 12 years of experience in steel fixing, with at least 5 years as a Steel Fixer Foreman on large-scale high-rise or mixed-use projects in the UAE/GCC.
• Technical Skills:
• Expert knowledge of reinforcement types, BBS interpretation, and fixing techniques.
• Proven ability to manage large, multi-national labor forces (30+ workers).
• Ability to read and understand complex structural blueprints and technical details.
• Language Skills: Fluency in Hindi/Urdu and basic English is essential for communicating with the workforce and management.
• Soft Skills: Strong leadership presence, meticulous attention to detail, and the physical stamina required for extensive site-based supervision.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Accommodation, transportation, and medical insurance as per UAE Labour Law and company policy.
• Opportunity to work on iconic and challenging projects with a leading contractor.

Job Type: Full-time