Junior Farm-to-Table Gardener (Native Plants)

University of Fort Hare; Montagu; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Fort Hare is seeking a Junior Farm To Table Cultivator in Montagu Area, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will have a passion for indigenous plants, with at least two years of practical gardening experience and strong communication skills.

This position emphasizes teamwork and high standards of work, engaging with guests to share knowledge about the garden. Responsibilities include maintenance of garden paths and managing weed control.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ practical gardening experience.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Organised and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and clean stone paths, beds, dams, and water channels.
• Identify and manage weed control, distinguishing between plants, seedlings, and weeds.
• Perform general garden maintenance, including planting, feeding, and pest control.
• Engage with guests by sharing knowledge about the garden.

Skills

Fluent in Afrikaans

Fluent in English

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

Agricultural or horticultural qualification

Job description

The University of Fort Hare is seeking a Junior Farm To Table Cultivator in Montagu Area, Western Cape. The ideal candidate will have a passion for indigenous plants, with at least two years of practical gardening experience and strong communication skills.

This position emphasizes teamwork and high standards of work, engaging with guests to share knowledge about the garden. Responsibilities include maintenance of garden paths and managing weed control.