Assitant Horticulturist: Sidewalks Cutting at Madibeng Local Municipality

• Salary: R243 818.76 (Post level 11)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Grade 12
• Code 10 Drives license with PDP  
• Performs routine and basic functions relating to maintenance of community facilities
• 2 years’ relevant experience

KEY PERFORMANCES AREAS:

• Ensure that the trees are pruned to horticultural standards.
• Ensure that surrounding areas are kept clean and safe for use.
• Oversee the planting of trees on sidewalks.
• Undertake inspections of sidewalks and open spaces in order to plan work schedules
• Ensure that poison spray machinery and arboricultural equipment are in very good and safe working order.
• Supervise the removal of trees and shrubs and pruning of trees and shrubs on sidewalks, parks, cemeteries.
• Ensure that staff understand their tasks.
• Undertake inspections to monitor quality work performance.
• Approve applications for leave.
• Recommend disciplinary action.
• Ensures that health and safety procedures are adhered to regarding the wear of safety and protective gear and the proper use of tools and equipment
• Perform administrative duties with respect to time and log sheets, completion of attendance register