Branch: Infrastructure Management: Eastern Operations
Dir: Operations Eastern
SALARY : R138 486 per annum (Level 02)
CENTRE : Pongolapoort Dam Ref No: 141125/36 (X2 Posts)
Hluhluwe Dam Ref No: 141125/37 (X3 Posts)
Goedertrow Dam Ref No: 141125/38 (X3 Posts)
Klipfontein Dam Ref No: 141125/39 (X2 Posts)
Wagendrift Dam Ref No: 141125/40 (X1 Post)
REQUIREMENTS : An ABET Certificate. Higher qualifications will serve as an added advantage.
Zero – (1) year of work experience.
More than two (2) years of experience in
performing manual work will be an added advantage. 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, trimming process and techniques). Knowledge of chemical
use (dilution/mix) and chemical product.
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. Must be
punctual, productive, and loyal.
DUTIES : Clean, maintain grounds, repair
tools and structures such as buildings, fences,
and benches using hand and power tools. Mix, spray, or spread fertilisers,
herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees using hand or
automatic sprayers or spreaders.
Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks,
driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, and other grounds features.
Maintain existing grounds/gardens by caring for sod, plants, and trees. Rake
and mulch leaves and irrigate plants and
lawns. Sweep parking lots, walkways,
and grounds; clean buildings by sweeping, washing floors, and cleaning
windows. Perform routine maintenance on equipment, repair minor damages,
and refer major repairs to service providers.
APPLICATIONS : All applications to be submitted online on the following link:
https://erecruitment.dws.gov.za/
NOTE : Preference will be given to candidates from the geographical area.