CHARGE HAND: LANDSCAPING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE – Midlands State University 117 views

CENTRAL SERVICES, AMENITIES, AND MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT

Charge Hand – Landscaping and Grounds Maintenance (1 Post: Gweru Campus)

Qualifications and Experience

Certificate in Horticulture/ Agriculture or equivalent from a recognized college
5 Ordinary level passes including English Language
A minimum of 3 years experience in a related discipline

Duties and Responsibilities

Daily supervision of landscaping and grounds maintenance personnel at designated areas
Design and maintain landscape features.
Ensure compliance to set standards and safe use of tools, equipment, and machinery.
Ensure effective use of chemicals for pest and disease control, and correct application of fertilizers on lawns and flowers.
Maintain records of tools, equipment, and chemicals (assets register).
Ensure that the lawns and rough grasses are kept to the required height, and shrubs and ground covers are trimmed and weed-free.
Ensure fire guards are constructed on time.
Any other duties assigned by the Director Central Services, Amenities and Maintenance, and Deputy Director Maintenance.

Person Specification

The ability to multitask.
The ability to stand for extended periods of time.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Exceptional customer service skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills.

NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.