Groundsman
Groundsman
Location: Garden Route District
Salary: R138 486 per annum
Centre: Knysna CDC, Knysna/Bitou Sub-district
Requirements:
- Minimum: Basic literacy and numeracy.
- Experience: Previous experience in cleaning and maintaining the grounds of large institutions.
- Inherent Requirement: A valid Code B/EB driver’s licence.
- Competencies:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask, work independently, and perform well under pressure.
Duties:
- Maintain the hospital gardens and grounds.
- Remove various types of waste, including rubble, medical waste, and general refuse.
- Clean designated work areas.
- Assist the supervisor with relevant tasks.
- Operate, clean, and maintain gardening and cleaning equipment.
Enquiries:
Ms. P.M. Peters – Tel: (044) 302 8400
Applications:
Apply online via the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal (select “online applications”).
Note:
- No payment is required to apply.
- Shortlisted candidates may need to complete a practical or written assessment.
- Applications may be considered for other similar vacancies within the Garden Route District for up to three months after the advert date, provided the role and requirements match.
Closing Date: 05 December 2025
Job Vacancy Details
| Field | Detail |
| Position Title | Groundsman |
| Location | Garden Route District |
| Centre/Facility | Knysna CDC, Knysna/Bitou Sub-district |
| Salary | R138 486 per annum |
| Closing Date | 05 December 2025 |
🛠️ Requirements and Competencies
| Category | Requirement/Competency |
| Minimum Education | Basic literacy and numeracy |
| Experience | Previous experience in cleaning and maintaining the grounds of large institutions |
| Inherent Requirement | A valid Code B/EB driver’s licence |
| Key Competencies | Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to multitask, work independently, and perform well under pressure. |
🗑️ Duties and Application Process
| Category | Detail |
| Core Duties | Maintain the hospital gardens and grounds. Remove various types of waste (rubble, medical waste, general refuse). Clean designated work areas. |
| Support Duties | Assist the supervisor with relevant tasks. Operate, clean, and maintain gardening and cleaning equipment. |
| Application Method | Apply online via the Western Cape Government Health Jobs portal (select “online applications”). |
| Note | No payment is required to apply. Shortlisted candidates may need to complete a practical or written assessment. Applications may be considered for similar vacancies within the Garden Route District for up to three months. |
| Enquiries | Ms. P.M. Peters – Tel: (044) 302 8400 |