Gardener (X2 Positions)
Gardener (X2 Positions)
Company: Rand Water
Reference Number: RAN251012-1
Closing Date: 27 October 2025
Location: Johannesburg South, Gauteng – Central Depot / Bulk Distribution
Job Type: Permanent
Portfolio: Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Summary
Rand Water seeks dedicated and hardworking Gardeners to assist with the maintenance and development of the Environmental Management System (EMS) landscapes and facilities. The role involves performing various horticultural tasks using specialized tools and equipment in a labour-intensive environment.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 or N3 qualification.
- Minimum of 6 months’ experience in a similar environment.
- Ability to operate horticultural machinery such as brush cutters, lawnmowers, and knapsack sprayers.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintain and clean landscapes and facilities.
- Perform tasks such as sweeping, watering, and planting.
- Apply fertilizers, mulches, and composts as needed.
- Load and offload goods, plants, equipment, and debris.
- Assist with site decoration when required.
- Cut and maintain grass at Bulk Water Distribution reservoir sites and servitudes.
Knowledge
- Use of gardening hand tools.
- Operation of lawnmowers and brush cutters.
- Basic understanding of plants and horticulture.
- Fundamental safety knowledge.
Skills
- Good communication abilities.
- Basic horticultural and landscaping skills.
Attributes
- Team-oriented and cooperative.
- Safety-conscious and reliable.
- Customer-focused attitude.
Additional Information
In making the final selection, preference will be given to females and/or persons with disabilities in line with Rand Water’s Employment Equity objectives.
If you do not receive feedback within 30 days after the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Rand Water reserves the right not to make any appointment. Successful candidates will serve a maximum probation period of up to 12 months, subject to ongoing monthly performance evaluations before confirmation of permanent employment.