Gardener (general)

Vineyard Hotel; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Retirement benefits

Training opportunities

21 days leave per year

Job summary

Vineyard Hotel in Newlands, Cape Town, seeks a hands-on Gardener/Grounds Attendant to maintain the hotel's gardens and outdoor spaces under supervision. You will perform routine tasks, assist with planting and pruning, and help manage irrigation and event setups.

The role requires 1–3 years of grounds experience, basic horticultural training, and the ability to work outdoors in varying weather. Matric and English competency are essential.

Qualifications

• Matric requirement (National Senior Certificate NQF 4)
• Basic horticultural training
• Course in landscaping/gardening
• 1–3 years' grounds maintenance/gardening experience
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in varying weather
• Experience with garden machinery
• Hospitality/estate environment experience is an advantage

Responsibilities

• Mow lawns, trim edges, water plants, weed flower beds, maintain indoor plants, sweep pathways, report on pools, and remove debris to keep outdoor spaces neat and guest-ready.
• Assist with planting, pruning, fertilising, and seasonal changes to flowerbeds, shrubs, and trees per landscaping plans.
• Ensure proper irrigation and greywater system functioning; report leaks, faults, adjust sprinklers, support water-wise initiatives.
• Inspect walkways, entrances, and garden furniture; collect litter and ensure outdoor areas are safe for guests.
• Safely operate, clean, and store gardening tools and equipment; report damages for repair/replacement.
• Assist with setup/breakdown of outdoor events and landscaping projects as directed by supervisor/manager.

Skills

Lawn mowing

Weeding

Planting

Irrigation knowledge

Safety compliance

Garden maintenance

Education

Matric/NQF4

Horticultural training

Landscaping/Gardening course

Tools

Garden machinery

Job description

Gardener/ Grounds Attendant| Newlands, Cape Town

(Monthly Paid)

This highly acclaimed Hotel prides itself on being a respected & progressive employer brand, celebrated for our investment in employee wellness, the broader community & the environment.

We are recruiting for a Gardener/Grounds Attendant who is hands‑on in the role and responsible for performing routine manual tasks to maintain the cleanliness, tidiness, and basic aesthetic appeal of all hotel gardens, grounds, and outdoor areas, working under the direct supervision of the Gardens Supervisor and horticulturist.

Key Accountabilities

1. Mow lawns, trim edges, water plants, weed flower beds, maintain indoor plants, sweep pathways, maintain and report on pools, and remove debris to maintain neat, clean outdoor spaces.
2. Assist with planting, pruning, fertilizing, and seasonal changes to flowerbeds, shrubs, and trees in accordance with landscaping plans.
3. Ensure proper functioning of irrigation and greywater systems; report leaks, faults, adjust sprinklers, and support water‑wise initiatives
4. Conduct routine inspections of walkways, entrances, and garden furniture; collect and remove litter, fallen branches, and ensure all outdoor areas are safe and guest ready.
5. Safely operate, clean, and store gardening tools and equipment, report damages or faults for repair or replacement
6. Assist with setup and breakdown of outdoor events, landscaping projects, and other maintenance tasks as directed by the supervisor and manager.

Minimum Requirements

• Matric Required (National Senior Certificate NQF 4)
• Basic Horticultural training
• Course in Landscaping/Gardening
• 1–3 years' experience in grounds maintenance, landscaping, or gardening.
• Physically fit and able to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
• Working with garden machinery.
• Experience in a hospitality/estate environment is an advantage.
• Satisfactory criminal record, subject to assessment of the nature, severity, relevance, and recency of any offence.

Key Competencies

• Grounds maintenance, mowing lawns, trimming hedges, weeding, planting, fertilising, and pruning.
• Basic irrigation work, report leaks and faults
• Machinery & tool use
• Health & safety
• Ability to lift, dig, bend, stand for long periods.
• Presentable
• Able to converse in English.
• Accuracy
• Dutifulness
• Devotion to Quality
• Integrity
• Flexibility
• Service-oriented
• Performing Under Pressure
• Cooperation

Employment Equity

Preference will be given to Employment Equity candidates in line with the Company’s transformation objectives in the Employment Equity Plan.

Why Apply?

• An empowering work environment.
• A remuneration package including retirement & other benefits.
• 21 working days leave per annum.
• Training and development opportunities.

Closing Date

by no later than 23 October 2026

• Grounds maintenance, mowing lawns, trimming hedges, weeding, planting, fertilising, and pruning.
• Basic irrigation work, report leaks and faults
• Machinery & tool use
• Health & safety
• Ability to lift, dig, bend, stand for long periods.
• Presentable
• Able to converse in English.