General Worker Reference number SDTM1390-3-2026 at City of Tshwane

Job purpose

• To do general maintenance work on developed and undeveloped open spaces, natural resources and facilities to improve the quality of the environment

Appointment requirements

• Ability to perform duties
• Basic literacy
• Relevant knowledge and experience in horticultural maintenance will be an added advantage
• Physical fitness and health with no back problems
• Must undergo a criminal record check and such a person shall allow their fingerprints to be taken by the Tshwane Metro Police Department at own cost
• Willingness and ability to work shifts, standby and overtime on request

Personal attributes and/or competencies

• Physical health, fitness and a strong physique; willingness to accept responsibility; ability to implement and uphold routine; ability to pay attention to detail; good communication skills; good interpersonal skills; initiative; flexibility and adaptability; ability to work under pressure; being self-motivated; hard-working; being punctual, responsible, accountable and reliable

Primary functions

• Conduct general horticultural maintenance in public open spaces and horticultural facilities and depots
• Clean parks and traffic islands
• Clean open spaces in remote areas
• Cut and remove invasive and alien plant material
• Remove weeds
• Pick up litter