Water and Sanitation is Hiring Groundsman | Apply With Grade 9/Abet

Post: Groundsman
Reference No: 071125/18
Branch: Infrastructure Management: Southern Operations
Directorate: Operations Southern
Salary: R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
Centre: Voelvlei Scheme (Western Cape)
Post level: 2

Requirements:

• An ABET Certificate or relevant qualification.
• Zero to one (1) year of working experience.
• Added years of experience in performing manual work will be an added advantage.

The following knowledge and competencies are required:

• Knowledge of working on various general work and handling equipment and appliances.
• Knowledge of gardening equipment, including lawn care processes and competencies (pruning and trimming processes and techniques), is required.
• Knowledge of chemical use (dilution/mix) and chemical product knowledge.
• Knowledge of daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine/equipment performance.
• Basic knowledge in supporting water utilization and water resource strategy.
• Knowledge of health and safety procedures.
• Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices.
• Basic understanding of government legislation.
• Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals, and in confined spaces.
• Must be able and willing to assist other schemes and maintenance teams when needed.
• Must be punctual, productive, and loyal.

Duties:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas: Clean and maintain grounds and repair tools and structures such as buildings, fences, and benches using hand and power tools. Mix, spray, or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders. Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other ground features. Maintain existing grounds/gardens by caring for sod, plants, and trees. Rake and mulch leaves and irrigate plants and lawns. Sweep parking lots, walkways, and grounds; clean buildings by sweeping, washing floors, and cleaning windows. Perform routine maintenance on equipment, repair minor damages, and refer major repairs to service providers. Maintain accurate records, such as job cards and equipment repair logs. Conduct inspections and report defects, such as cracks in structures, holes in embankments, and stagnant water.

Enquiries: Ms MA Lepota, Tel: 071 861 5581

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Closing Date: 7 November 2025 4:30 PM