GROUNDSMAN

Job Overview

The Department of Water and Sanitation requires two Groundsmen at the Berg River and Tunnel System in the Western Cape on a salary of R144 024 per annum (Level 02). Requirements include an ABET certificate, a valid code B driver's licence, and 0 to 1 year of experience. Duties involve grounds maintenance, vegetation clearing, cleaning canal systems, repairing fences, and assisting maintenance teams across the Western Cape region.

Requirements & Qualifications

• 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.
• Knowledge of working on various general work and handling equipment and appliances.
• Knowledge of gardening equipment including lawn care process and competencies (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 assist other schemes and maintenance teams when needed around Western Cape.
• Must be punctual, productive, and loyal.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Clean and maintain grounds and repair tools and structures such as buildings and fences using hand tools.
• Cut vegetation and apply herbicide.
• Cleaning of mechanical gates and grids within 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.
• Work in the Jonkershoek and Palmiet catchments and different sites within the Western Cape region.

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