SUMMARY:
Seeking Groundskeeper with Matric and Gardening & Grounds Maintenance experience for a contract assignment in Cape Town.
POSITION INFO:
Job Title: Groundskeeper
Our client is a boutique Wellness Spa nestled in the leafy suburbs of Constantia and are seeking a reliable Groundskeeper to join their team.
Minimum Requirements:- 2 years relevant experience in gardening, groundskeeping or general building maintenance.
- Physical Stamina & Manual Dexterity
- Knowledge of the safe use and handling of gardening and maintenance tools.
- Good Communication Skills (verbal)
- Reliable, punctual and able to work independently.
Skills:
- Plant Care & Horticulture Knowledge.
- Grounds Maintenance.
- Irrigation & Water Management.
- Tool & Equipment Handling.
- Pest & Weed Control.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Maintain lawns, flower beds, trees, shrubs and pathways to a premium standard.
- Plant, prune, trim, fertilise and water plants as required.
- Ensure gardens are neat, clean, healthy and visually appealing at all times.
- Operate and maintain gardening equipment safely.
- Identify plant diseases, pests or irrigation issues and report or address them promptly.
- Manage seasonal planting and general landscaping improvements.
- Perform basic repairs (doors, locks, handles, shelves, fittings, etc.).
- Assist with painting, patching, tiling, and small renovation tasks when needed.
- Check and replace light bulbs.
- Ensure outdoor furniture, fences, pergolas and walkways are safe and well maintained.
- Assist with setting up or clearing areas for events or special functions.
- Report major maintenance issues to management
Disclaimer
(****IMPORTANT: Express is a TES – majority of positions will be Project-based and vary in length. There are no permanent positions available unless otherwise stated by Express Employment Professionals.
***Please note if you do not meet the following minimum requirements we will reject your application.
**Due to the high volume of applications we are receiving, we are unable to contact everyone. If you send us your cv via email and have not heard from us within 2 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful)
*Rates are open to negotiation depending on candidate criticality and suitability.
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