Gardner
Closing Date: 06 November 2025
Reference Number: RAN251023-2
Job Title: Gardener
Portfolio: Bulk Water Services – Operations
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Johannesburg South, Gauteng, South Africa
Site: Central Depot / Bulk Distribution
Job Summary
Rand Water is seeking a dedicated and hardworking Gardener responsible for maintaining and developing the EMS landscapes and facilities. The role involves using a variety of horticultural tools, machines, and equipment to carry out labour-intensive tasks as directed.
Minimum Requirements
- Grade 12 or N3 qualification
- At least 6 months’ experience in a similar environment
- Ability to operate horticultural machinery such as brush cutters, lawnmowers, and knapsack sprayers
Primary Duties
- Perform general maintenance of landscapes and facilities
- Carry out cleaning, sweeping, watering, and planting duties
- Apply fertilizers, mulches, and other soil components
- Load and offload goods, equipment, plants, and debris
- Assist with decorative arrangements when required
- Cut grass within Bulk Water Distribution reservoirs and servitude areas
Knowledge
- Proficient in using hand tools, lawnmowers, and brush cutters
- Basic understanding of plants and horticultural practices
- Fundamental safety awareness
Skills
- Basic safety and communication skills (verbal & written)
- Practical horticultural abilities
Attitude
- Team-oriented and safety-conscious
- Customer service driven
Employment Equity
In line with Rand Water’s Employment Equity objectives, preference will be given to females and/or persons with disabilities.
If you do not receive a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Rand Water reserves the right not to make an appointment to this position. The successful candidate will be subject to a maximum probation period of 12 months, with monthly performance evaluations prior to confirmation of permanent employment.