Operational Manager (Sports Fields Management) at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and maintain high profile sports fields including synthetic and natural turf;
• Manage new and existing hard and soft landscapes including irrigation, paving and gardens;
• Compile contracts and tenders;
• Manage new projects and project upgrades;
• Manage Statutory Compliance and Occupational Health and Safety;
• Oversee specialized equipment and machinery;
• Oversee compost and mulch facility;
• Staff management (Human Resources);
• Client services;
• Manage the landscape activities and developments that are beneficial to the University in all aspects of sports activities relevant to this institution.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor /B Tech Degree in Horticulture ,Agriculture or any related qualification with 3 years experience at middle management level ;
• National Diploma in Horticulture, Agriculture or any related qualification with 5 years experience at middle management level;

Proven experience :

• 5 years in Turf Grass and Sports Fields Management ;
• 3 years in Compost and Mulch Production (relevant certificate) ;
• 3 years in Financial Management and Logistical Management  ;
• 5 years in  Procurement and proven experience in an institution of higher education ;
• 5 years in Human Resources Management and Client Relations .
• Certificate in Turf Grass Management ;
• Certificate in Compost and Mulch Production ;
• Drivers’ licence.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

• Knowledge of turf grass
• Knowledge of irrigation requirements
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements;
• Knowledge of landscape, turf and compost equipment;
• Knowledge on environmental requirements;
• Ability to read and understand landscape plans;
• Good interpersonal skills;
• Ability to interact with people at all levels;
• Computer literate.

ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:

• Familiarity with the Higher Education environment;
• Environmental management.