Project Liaison Officer – Construction & Pavements

About the role

The Project Liaison Officer will support the Construction & Pavements division in Durban by providing secretariat services to the Project Liaison Committee and managing day‑to‑day site operations. The role bridges the project team, labour force, and local community to ensure smooth project delivery.

Key responsibilities

• Provide secretariat functions for the Project Liaison Committee (PLC), including minute taking and report preparation.
• Manage daily site operations under direction of the Contract Engineer and Resident Engineer.
• Facilitate and coordinate labour matters on site and assist in dispute resolution.
• Maintain comprehensive records of targeted labour employment and related documentation.
• Produce monthly reports covering PLC meetings, labour issues, stakeholder interactions, and community matters.
• Plan, coordinate and implement community liaison activities.

Required profile

• Minimum qualification: Matric (Grade 12).
• Valid driver’s licence with own vehicle.
• At least one year of experience in community/project liaison, project management, or administration.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing in local languages used in eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality.
• Resident of eThekwini Metropolitan Municipality.

Required skills

• Computer literacy with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Report writing and minute‑taking proficiency.
• Strong verbal and written communication.
• Project planning, problem‑solving and decision‑making abilities.