Groundsman

Overview

Clean and maintain grounds and repair tools and structures such as buildings, fences using hand tools. Cut vegetation and apply herbicide.

Requirements

• An ABET certificate
• Zero (0) to one (1) year working experience
• Experience in performing manual work will be an added advantage
• The disclosure of a valid unexpired code B Drivers licence
• 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 process and competencies are required (pruning and trimming process and techniques)
• 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 utilisation 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 as sist other schemes and maintenance teams when needed around Western Cape
• Must be punctual, productive, and loyal
• Good communication and interpersonal relations

Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain grounds and repair tools and structures such as buildings, fences using hand tools
• Cut vegetation and apply herbicide
• Cleaning of mechanical gates and Grids with canal systems
• Cut trees and grass at toe level on dam embankments
• Clear weeds and sand at bridges, channels and sluices
• Clear vegetation and sand traps and along weirs
• Remove debris at inlets and outlet’s structure
• Inspect and repair fences
• Clear canal culverts
• Fill and compact potholes on access road
• Fill and compact holes on embankments
• Remove debris deposits inside canal
• Clean equipment
• Report on broken machines and equipment
• Expected to work in the Jonkershoek and Palmiet catchments but willing to work at different sites within the Western Cape region

How to apply

Apply on source site