Groundskeeper: Garden & Lawn Care Pro

EdUpStairs; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 130,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

EdUpStairs in Pretoria is seeking a grounds service assistant for the National Operational Command Centre. The role carries a fixed annual salary of R144,024 (Level 02) and requires proficiency in English and at least one other official language, SA citizenship, and basic literacy and numeracy.

Responsibilities include cultivating gardens, soil preparation, bed maintenance, mowing, irrigation, and refuse handling while ensuring the area remains clean and orderly.

Qualifications

• Citizenship in the Republic of South Africa and documentary proof required at interview.
• Proficiency in English and at least one other official language.
• ABET Level 4 / Grade 9 / Standard 7 / NQF Level 1 proof when required.
• Basic literacy, numeracy and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Cultivate garden areas and prepare soil for planting.
• Maintain flower beds by fertilising, irrigating, weeding and pruning.
• Mow grass and trim edges.
• Load and unload articles and equipment for ground operations.
• Irrigate lawns and remove refuse from terrain.
• Load refuse for transport to dumps and maintain unit cleanliness.

Skills

English language

official language

reading and writing

numeracy

professional interaction

health and safety

extended hours willingness

Education

ABET Level 4 / Grade 9 / Standard 7 / NQF Level 1

Job description

EdUpStairs in Pretoria is seeking a grounds service assistant for the National Operational Command Centre. The role carries a fixed annual salary of R144,024 (Level 02) and requires proficiency in English and at least one other official language, SA citizenship, and basic literacy and numeracy.

Responsibilities include cultivating gardens, soil preparation, bed maintenance, mowing, irrigation, and refuse handling while ensuring the area remains clean and orderly.