GROUNDSMAN: HORTICULTURAL SERVICES FACILITIES

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE

The Department of Public Works is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. The intention is to promote representatively in the Public Service through the filling of these posts and with persons whose appointment will promote representatively, will receive preference. An indication by candidates in this regard will facilitate the processing of applications. If no suitable candidates from the unrepresented groups can be recruited, candidates from the represented groups will be considered. People with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

CLOSING DATE : 27 January 2023 at 16H00
NOTE : Kindly take note that with effect from 01 January 2021, DPSA approved the
new Z83 Application Form (obtainable from any Public Service department NEW Z83 APPLICATION FORM);applicants are requested to use the new application form and the Z83 form
must be signed when submitted as failure to do so will result in their application
being disqualified. With regard to completion of new Z83 form, part A and B
must be fully filled, Part C on method of correspondence and contact details
must be fully filled, two questions relating to condition that prevent
reappointment under part F must be fully answered. Page 1 must be initialled,
failure to comply with the above, applicants will be disqualified. To streamline
the recruitment process to be more responsive to the public, as well as to
create more protective measures during the pandemic by avoiding overcrowding and curb the costs incurred by applicants such measures should
include the following regarding certification: Advertisement and accompanying
notes must clearly capture the requirements for the certification to reflect that
applicants, Please not note that applicants are not required to submit copies of
qualifications and other relevant documents on application but must submit the
Z83 and a detailed Curriculum Vitae. The communication from HR of the
department regarding requirements of certified documents will be limited to
shortlisted candidates. Therefore only shortlisted candidates for a post will be
required to submit certified documents on or before the day of the interview
following communication from HR. The application for employment Form (Z83)
provides under the sectional “additional information” that candidates who are
selected for interviews will be requested to furnish additional certified
information that may be requested to make final decision. It must be borne in
mind that when a document is certified as a true copy of an original, the certifier
only confirms it being a true copy of the original presented. Therefore, the
certification process does not provide validation of the authenticity of the
original document. The validation occurs when the documents is verified for
authenticity. Regulation 67 (9) requires the executive authority to ensure that
he or she is fully satisfied of the claims being made and these read with
Regulations (57) (c) which requires the finalisation of Personnel Suitability
Checks in order to verify claims and check the candidate for purpose of being
fit and proper for employment. Applications not complying with the above will
be disqualified. Should you not have heard from us within the next months,
please regard your application as unsuccessful. Note: It is the responsibility of
all applicants to ensure that foreign and other qualifications are evaluated by
SAQA. Recognition of prior learning will only be considered on submission of
proof by candidates. Kindly note that appointment will be subject to verification
of qualifications and a security clearance. Faxed or late applications will NOT
be accepted. Shortlisted candidates must be willing to undergo normal vetting
and verification processes. Should you not have heard from us within the next
3 months, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
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GROUNDSMAN: HORTICULTURAL SERVICES FACILITIES

POST 01/210 : GROUNDSMAN: HORTICULTURAL SERVICES FACILITIES
MANAGEMENT REF NO: 2023/18
SALARY : R107 196 per annum
CENTRE : Cape Town Regional Office

REQUIREMENTS : Applicant must have a Grade 10 / Standard 8/ Junior Certificate or Abet Level
4 Certificate with 1 year experience or Grade 8 with 2 years experiences only
in general garden maintenance. Interpersonal and Basic Literacy skills. An
added advantage is that the candidate has had previous experience in
operating machinery. Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act.
DUTIES : Maintain premises and surroundings. To perform general garden maintenance
tasks as given by the supervisor, planting, pruning, paving, watering, mowing
and tree felling work. Maintenance of flower beds and weeding etc. Remove
garden refuse and load onto truck to be transported to dumping site. Able to
performed chainsaw or mowing duties when required. Ensure adherence and
compliance with occupational and health standards.

ENQUIRIES : Mrs. E Bessick Tel No: (021) 402 240
APPLICATIONS : Cape Town Regional Office Applications: The Regional Manager, Department
of Public Works, Private Bag X9027, Cape Town, 8000. Or Hand Deliver at
Ground floor, Customs House, Lower Heerengracht Street, Cape Town.
Register the application in the book.

FOR ATTENTION : Ms. C Rossouw

GROUNDSMAN: HORTICULTURAL SERVICES FACILITIES