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POST 08/351 : GROUNDSMAN
This vacancy has expired. The closing date was 13 Feb 2026.
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Requirements
A minimum Grade 10 or standard 8, ABET level 4.
No experience required.
Knowledge of Garden maintenance practices.
Operating horticultural equipment.
Occupational health and safety.
Operation of machinery.
Interpersonal skills.
Basic literacy.
Effective communication.
Duties
Maintain premises and surroundings: Clean premises and surroundings.
Empty dirt bin.
Maintain the garden: Water the garden.
Prune and trim flowers and trees.
Mow the grass.
Remove weeds and garden refuse.
Apply insecticides.
Remove dead flowers and plants.
Cultivate the soil for trees and flowers.
Maintain gardening equipment and tools: Detect and report malfunctioning of gardening equipment and tools.
Repair minor defects of gardening equipment and tools.
Clean protective equipment Ensure adherence and compliance with occupational and heath standards and the occupational health and safety acts: Report challenges encountered on site.
Ensure proper usage of protective clothing.
How to apply
Email: RecruitPTA26-16@dpw.gov.za
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