Groundsman at Department of Water and Sanitation

Requirements

• An ABET certificate or relevant qualification. Zero to one year of working experience. Added years of experience in performing manual work will be an added advantage.
• The following knowledge and competencies are required: Knowledge of working on various general work and handling equipment and appliances. Knowledge of gardening equipment, including lawn care processes and competencies, is required (pruning and trimming processes and techniques). Knowledge of chemical use (dilution/mix) and chemical product knowledge. Knowledge of daily maintenance procedures for efficient machine/equipment performance. Basic knowledge in supporting water utilisation and water resource strategy. Knowledge of health and safety procedures. Knowledge of garden maintenance and planting practices. Basic understanding of government legislation. Good communication skills and the ability to work in a team. Must be able to work in or near rivers, dams, and canals, and in confined spaces. Must be able and willing to assist other schemes and maintenance teams when needed. Must be punctual, productive, and loyal. Good communication and interpersonal relations.

Duties

• Cut vegetation and apply herbicide. Cut trees & grass at toe level on embankments. Clear weeds and sand at bridges, channels and supports. Clear sand traps and long weirs. Remove debris inlets/outlets structure. Inspect and repair fences. Clear canal culverts. Fill & compact potholes on the access road. Fill and compact holes on embankments. Remove debris deposits inside the canal. Clean equipment. Remove all waste according to procedures. Clean glass and plasticware according to procedures.
• Maintain accurate records, such as job cards and equipment repair logs. Stocktaking of cleaning materials. Requesting cleaning materials as and when needed. Clean storerooms, kitchens, offices, corridors, boardrooms, and any other environment allocated for cleaning. Emptying waste bins. Prepare boardrooms for meetings. Arrange crockery, utensils and cutlery required during meetings. Wash and keep stock of crockery, utensils, and cutlery. Fill and refill drinking water containers. Clean rest rooms. Refill handwash liquid and toilet paper. Report broken machines and equipment.