Chief Horticulturist - ERWM20692 at City of Ekurhuleni

Minimum Requirements:

• National Diploma in Horticulture, Public Management, Operational Management, Business Management, Municipal Administration or related field
• 5 years' experience in cemetery operations, parks operations, facilities management, municipal operations or a related service delivery environment
• 3 years' experience at a supervisory or management level

Core Responsibilities:

• Plan, coordinate and control burial services and daily cemetery operations within assigned region
• Ensure efficient, dignified, and complaint delivery of cemetery services
• Coordinate and oversee daily burial operations across the region
• Conduct site inspections to assess operational performance
• Implement and monitor maintenance programmes for grounds, infrastructure, and landscaped areas
• Monitor condition of infrastructure including pathways, fencing and buildings
• Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with maintenance standards
• Manage municipal assets and ensure proper utilisation and upkeep of equipment and infrastructure
• Identify and prioritise infrastructure repair and upgrade needs
• Verify asset registers and inventory records
• Develop and implement regional operational plans aligned to departmental objectives
• Ensure effective service delivery and long-term sustainability of cemetery operations
• Ensure environmental compliance and preservation of cemetery landscapes
• Plan, allocate, and monitor financial and operational resources
• Manage procurement of goods and services in line with policy
• Plan and oversee cemetery development and improve projects
• Liaise with contractors and internal departments
• Report on project progress and outcomes
• Enforce compliance with applicable legislation, municipal by-laws, policies, and operational procedures, and by developing and reviewing governance frameworks
• Maintain accurate operational, legal, and burial records
• Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and regulatory requirements
• Engage with stakeholders and address service-related matters
• Respond to enquiries and complaints from the public and stakeholders
• Participate in community engagements and meetings
• Collect, analyse, and report on operational performance
• Compile and submit operational reports
• Supervise staff and manage performance within the assigned region