Government Jobs

Groundman: Maintenance

DEPARTMENT OF HIGHER EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Olifantsfontein Posted 6 Sep 2026 Closes in 12 days

Overview

Conduct regular building inspections and assist in minor electrical, plumbing and welding repairs, Cutting of lawns and grass around buildings and surroundings according to horticultural standards. Ability to operate all types of lawnmowers, garden tools and equipment, for the cutting of all lawns and surrounding areas.

Requirements

  • A National Senior Certificate/Grade 12 or equivalent qualification
  • Good knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act
  • Good knowledge of operating lawnmowers
  • Basic knowledge to attend to minor lawnmower repairs and welding problems
  • Communication and r eport writing skills
  • Good listening skills

Responsibilities

  • Conduct regular building inspections and assist in minor electrical, plumbing and welding repairs, Cutting of lawns and grass around buildings and surroundings according to horticultural standards
  • Ability to operate all types of lawnmowers, garden tools and equipment, for the cutting of all lawns and surrounding areas
  • Removal of old flowers and plants, including removal of weeds and cleaning of roads
  • Pruning of trees
  • Planting new flowers and plants
  • Safekeeping of maintenance tools and supplies and Report defects
  • N.B
  • All shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a relevant competency exercise

How to apply

Application instructions from the official source

DHET invites applicants to apply online on the New Z83 form by accessing the Departmental Website (click the ‘apply now’ button) or http://z83.ngnscan.co.za/apply and follow the easy prompts/instructions.

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Enquiries

Recruitment enquiries

Mr R Kgare/Ms XE Rikhotso/Ms P Morota Tel No: (012) 312 5165/5513/6389

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