GENERAL HAND – GROUNDS AND LANDSCAPING (x3 positions) – Midlands State University

Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:

JOB TITLE: GENERAL HAND – GROUNDS AND LANDSCAPING (3 POSTS)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to the Director of Central Services and Amenities.

• Grounds keeping and landscaping.
• Machine operation (Brush cutting, Rider Mower or other mower, fumigation of venues).
• Pick up litter, sweep hard surfaces, rake leaves, weed pavers and clean storm water drains.
• Remove dead, damaged or unwanted plants.
• Prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
• Propagate and plant flowers, trees and flower beds.
• Water lawns, mixed borders and gardens.
• Monitor and maintain plant health, disease and pest control.
• Maintain allocated tools, equipment, and detergents in safe and usable condition

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance.
• Possession of ‘O’ levels passes will be an added advantage.

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• Ability to multitask with a good state of health and physic.
• Mature person who can work with minimum supervision.
• Good time management skills.
• A person respectful and dependable.
• A team player.
• Knowledge of basic handyman skills.