We are currently looking for a Groundsman to be based in Vereeniging. If you have a passion for maintaining plant and property, ensuring safety and reliability, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
Closing date: 11 August 2024
Location: Vereeniging
Job Advert Summary
Reporting to the Groundsman Supervisor, the successful candidate will ensure that plant and property are kept presentable, safe, and reliable as required by Rand Water. Responsibilities include general day-to-day maintenance, removal of refuse, road maintenance, and fencing.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12/Matric
- Basic plant knowledge
- Safety training (advantageous)
Primary Duties
- Maintain Station and Property: Sweep, collect building rubble with shovels, forks, and rakes, and manage domestic rubbish bins.
- Roads and Fencing Maintenance: Perform excavations, dig trenches for pipe repairs, and maintain roads and fencing.
- Loading and Off-Loading: Assist with physically loading and off-loading building material onto/from trucks.
- General Housekeeping: Fix potholes on-site and perform various housekeeping duties.
Knowledge
- Safety procedures
- Loading/off-loading
- Handling of material and spares
- ISO 9001, ISO 18001, and ISO 45001 standards
- Safety regulations
Skills
- Cleaning and sweeping
Attitude
- Team player
- Quality-oriented
- Proactive
- Safety conscious
- Self-motivated
- Performance driven
If you have the skills, knowledge, and attitude to contribute positively to our team, we encourage you to apply!

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