Thabo Nhlakanipho Xulu
Site Agent
Estcourt,KZN
Summary
Site Manager directing mine dump rehabilitation and civil earthworks across grading, capping layers, drainage structures, and revegetation controls for a project value of R141 000 000 and championing a revised design with additional revenue of 6,3 Million rands. Manages 4+ site compliance checks per month, EMPr compliance, MHSA 2.9.2 appointments, and environmental audit readiness while coordinating 4+ subcontractors at once, heavy plant, and site safety briefings. Tracks fuel burn, rental spend, and weekly hectares rehabilitated to keep closure work within budget and on schedule.
Overview
1
1
Certification
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Site Manager
Kukhulu Plant Hire
Dannhauser, KZN
02.2024 - Current
- Monitor R141 000 000 closure fund spend while coordinating subcontractors and heavy plant rentals.
- Track 1 hectares rehabilitated weekly in progress reports for the Mine Manager.
- Direct precise grading, shaping, and contouring of mine dump landforms to maintain slope stability and survey compliance.
- Manage capping layers, clay liners, and synthetic encapsulation systems to isolate toxic material and reduce Acid Mine Drainage risk.
- Construct drainage chutes and silt traps, and support revegetation through dust suppression, soil conditioners, and topsoil placement.
- Monitor daily EMPr and mining licence compliance, and represent the site during formal environmental audits.
- Lead hazard identification and safety briefings, while managing MHSA 2.9.2 appointments, subcontractors, fuel burn, and plant rentals.
Site Agent
Semuhle Enterprise
Estcourt, KZN
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Developed project schedules, resource plans, and cost controls for municipal civil infrastructure works.
- Supervised quality inspections and site handover activities from groundbreaking through final client acceptance.
- Prepared material take-offs, Bills of Quantities (BOQ), and tender documentation for competitive submissions.
- Directed construction of box culverts, retaining walls, and sidewalk works, including a 2.5 km subsoil drainage network.
- Verified reinforcement steel setting-out against engineering layouts and bending schedules to protect structural integrity.
- Managed asphalt and gravel resurfacing, subcontractor coordination, and material logistics to meet compaction tolerances.
- Audited contractor progress and prepared monthly payment certificates for client submission and contract administration.
Construction Manager
Gendu Consulting
Durban, KZN
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Monitored R1,5 Million in capital budgets monthly and reported financial status to municipal stakeholders during active delivery.
- Completed 25 structural inspections weekly on bridges and culverts using Bridge Management Systems (BMS).
- Prepared repair reports, technical proposals, and cost estimates for municipal clients across bridge and culvert works.
- Verified contractor layout and engineering alignment against GCC/FIDIC specifications and contract requirements.
- Led final site handovers and defect inspections with municipal representatives, closing out punch lists to support project completion.
- Generated cash flow projections, financial forecasts, and payment certificates under professional mentorship during project delivery.
Foreman
Skova Projects
Estcourt, KZN
10.2018 - 12.2019
- Coordinated multiple work fronts daily across municipal housing and road projects to keep crews moving on schedule.
- Supervised gravel and asphalt layer works, enforcing grade and leveling standards through regular quality inspections.
- Directed water supply installations, overseeing valve placement, threading, and alignment of bulk flow meters.
- Monitored attendance schedules and enforced safety protocols to keep site activity organized and compliant.
- Prepared daily progress updates for Site Agents and Resident Engineers, supporting clearer project scheduling and reporting.
- Managed manpower, plant, and materials to support on-time delivery of municipal structural housing and road works.
Education
National N-Diploma - Civil Engineering
Southwest Gauteng College
01-2020
Matric Certificate - undefined
Mahlabathini Secondary School
01-2009
Skills
Tender adjudication
Cost estimating
Bills of quantities (BOQ)
Bulk earthworks
Road resurfacing
Project scheduling
Progress reporting
Subcontractor coordination
Quality inspections
Site handover management
Construction claims preparation
Risk register management
Subcontractor procurement
Budget forecasting
Stakeholder management
Contract administration software
Quality management systems
Health and safety documentation
Environmental impact reporting
MHSA 292 appointments
Certification
Road Construction
Timeline
Site Manager
Kukhulu Plant Hire
02.2024 - Current
Site Agent
Semuhle Enterprise
01.2023 - 01.2024
Construction Manager
Gendu Consulting
01.2019 - 12.2022
Foreman
Skova Projects
10.2018 - 12.2019
Matric Certificate - undefined
Mahlabathini Secondary School
National N-Diploma - Civil Engineering
Southwest Gauteng College
Personal Information
Driving License: Code 10