Groundsman

What you will need

• An ABET certificate or relevant qualification.
• Certificate of working at heights will serve as an added advantage.
• Knowledge of gardening equipment and appliances.
• Knowledge of lawn care process.
• Knowledge of the pruning and trimming process and techniques.
• Knowledge of daily/weekly maintenance of garden equipment procedures for efficient machine / equipment performance.
• Basic knowledge in supporting water utilization and water resource.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices.
• Knowledge of paving, painting, and tiling.
• Must be physically fit to stand/walk long hours.
• Basic understanding of government legislations.

Experience

Zero (0) to One (1) year relevant working experience.

Key responsibilities

• Able to work with chemicals for gardening purposes and gardening equipment, (running blades and gardening utensils).
• Maintain flower beds by fertilising, irrigating, weeding, and pruning.
• Landscape maintenance, cutting of lawn areas with lawnmower / ride-on-tractor, trim with hand cutter or brush cutter.
• Cleaning and maintain grounds and repair tools and structure such as buildings, benches.
• Provide proper upkeep of sideways, driveways and parking lots and other related ground features.
• Repair minor equipment’s and other 154 related asset.
• Assist with maintenance duties from time to time.
• Adhere to all OHS Act.

Additional details

• Grade: National

How to apply

• Enquiries: Mr L Skosana
• Telephone: (012) 943 3303