Description

The Department of Roads and Transport is seeking a Groundsman at Zwartkop Academy. Responsibilities include maintaining premises and gardens by watering plants, pruning trees, mowing lawns, removing weeds, and applying insecticides. Additional duties involve maintaining and repairing gardening tools and equipment. Candidates must have ABET or an equivalent qualification, good communication skills, basic numeracy, and the ability to work in a team and under pressure.

Responsibilities

•  Clean the premises and provide routine gardening services.
•  Water gardens, prune flowers and trees, mow grass, and remove weeds and garden refuse.
•  Apply insecticides and cultivate soil for trees and flowers.
•  Maintain and detect malfunctions in gardening equipment and tools.
•  Repair minor defects in gardening tools and equipment.

Requirements

•  ABET or equivalent qualification.

Skills & Competencies

•  Good communication skills (verbal and written).
•  Ability to work under pressure and as part of a team.
•  Knowledge of work procedures relevant to the working environment.
•  Basic numeracy and good communication skills.