SITE SUPERVISOR TRAINEE

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Position Purpose

A versatile position within a dynamic nonprofit that provides community-inspired, volunteer-powered disaster relief. The position is a stipend and is responsible for developing construction-related skills according to the Site Supervisor Training Program.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to  Project Manager (daily work flow is managed by the Construction Site Coordinator)
• Roles reporting to position  None
• The approximate number of reports  0

Essential Functions

• Responsible for developing professionally following the site supervisor trainee training matrix (project schedule based on progress, targets, and deliverables)

• Adheres to an agreed set of safety and quality standards and ensures these standards are maintained

• Supports the Construction Site Coordinator and Site Supervisor with on site tracking and completing site diary and work logs.

• Supports the construction team in planning the workflow on construction sites

• Together with the Construction Site Coordinator and Site Supervisor hold daily morning meetings on-site to deliver health and safety briefings and divide the work for a day

• Oversees certain tasks on construction sites. Leads and directs the work of individual teams of volunteers and masons

• Supports the Site Supervisor to implement Team Leader’s training and holds regular Team Leaders meetings and local workers meetings.

• This is a training role, in which the candidate will spend a minimum of 3 months up to duration of the program; if a candidate successfully completes training, the expectation is that they will be available to progress to another role and stay with the organization for multiple programs.

• We have decided to relax the requirement for Covid-19 vaccination for on program staff. While we still strongly recommend Covid-19 vaccination, along with other standard and travel immunizations as recommended by the CDC and WHO, Covid-19 vacation will no longer be required.

• Perform other duties as required

Position Requirements

• Education  High school diploma or equivalent required. Technical training in carpentry, masonary or in another related field is preferred.
• Related Experie****nce  2+ months of volunteer and 1+ month Team Leader and/or Site Manager All Hands and Hearts experience.  Training experience in hands-on construction in a developing country is preferred. Knowledge of various constructions techniques including, but not limited to timber structure, RCC, and metalwork.
• Special Competencies/Certifications . Good written and oral communication skills and confidence working with Google Suite, Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel. The applicant needs to be well organized and have a flexible approach to managing multiple tasks and prioritizing them appropriately. The individual is able to manage a large workload and perform in a fast-paced environment.Strong leadership skills with a proactive approach to identifying and solving problems.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Constantly works in outdoor adverse weather conditions
• Frequently moves items weighing up to 40 lbs on work site or on base
• Frequently operates construction equipment (table saws, impact drivers, drills, and more)
• Frequently operates computer
• Frequently ascends/descends ladders and scaffolding
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position
• Frequent travel
• Living in communal environment
• High stress situations

Compensation & Benefits

• Typical starting salary is $250 - $350 USD / month, and up to $450 for highly qualified candidates who have previous experience in this role.
• Room & board
• Monthly R&R breaks with allowance
• Coverage for emergency medical injury or illness
• Visa extension reimbursement
• Travel to and from program location

All Hands and Hearts is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, Veteran status, age, or any other protected characteristic.