Rand Water: Senior Gardener X3

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Job Position: Senior Gardener X3

Location: Johannesburg, Gauteng

Closing Date: 31 January 2025

Reference No: RAN250120-1

Job Type: Permanent

Job Summary

The successful candidate will join the Horticultural upkeep team, contributing to landscape upkeep and construction while also directing gardeners in their roles and responsibilities.

Requirements

  • Grade 12 or NQF level 3 in an appropriate field and 12 months relevant horticultural experience.
  • Ability to operate specialised horticultural machinery such as chainsaws, Ride-on mower etc.
  • Basic safety knowledge and ability to complete tasks in time without constant supervision.
  • Code 08 / EB driver’s licence and ability to pass RW K53 driving test.

Primary Duties

  • Installing and maintaining irrigation systems.
  • Maintaining indoor plants.
  • Use of fertilizers, compost, mulches, and insecticides.
  • Loading and unloading of commodities, machines, plants, and trash.
  • Using specialised horticultural machines and equipment.
  • Assist with decorating and construction when necessary.
  • Maintaining specific sports and recreation fields.
  • Site maintenance through horticulture.

Skills And Competencies

  • Specialised Horticultural, Turf grass & Landscape knowledge.
  • Basic safety knowledge
  • Basic plant knowledge and Water wise principles.
  • Knowledge of specialised Horticultural machinery.
  • Communication (Verbal & Written)
  • Chemical application
  • Plant identification
  • Plant propagation
  • Pruning
  • Customer orientated
  • Safety conscious
  • Team player
  • Productivity orientated.

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