Senior Foreman (Facilities, Maintenance and Parks) (REF: COM 149)– CERES at Witzenberg Municipality

Requirements:

• Grade 12
• Computer literate (MS Applications)
• 3-5 Years of relevant experience.
• A valid Code B Drivers' licence with PRDP.
• Good human relations, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Ability to give attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.
• High level of responsibility and ability to handle conflict.
• Must be fit and healthy to carry out duties.
• Good eyesight, hearing, and speech ability, and must be mentally fit and able to do the work.
• Fluent in at least 2 of the 3 languages spoken in the Western Cape, Afrikaans, English or IsiXhosa.
• Please note: A performance agreement is also applicable to this position, whereby the employer reserves the right to institute a performance management program.

Duties:

• Supervise and coordinate the work sequences of personnel at open spaces, parks and sports fields (including amenities) in Ceres, Hamlet and Op die Berg.
• Coordinate the cleaning and maintenance duties according to maintenance schedules.
• Maintain fair distribution of operational resources and labour for each subsection.
• Arrange and recommend appropriate working tools or equipment.
• Provide   advice   and   direction   to   subordinate   personnel regarding Council's short-, medium- and long-term strategies regarding public open spaces.
• Plan and organize maintenance schedules in preparation of parks, sports fields and common grounds so that maximum use is obtained.
• Conduct preparation sequences related to the cutting of grass.
• Supervise all maintenance work (e.g.:  grass cutting, litter picking) carried out at rivers to ensure the preservation of water sources in the municipal area.
• Supervise the application of maintenance schedules for all areas of responsibility.
• Ensure   that   machinery   and   vehicles   are   cleaned   and maintained, and in good working condition (e.g. tractors, brush cutters, pitch rollers, slashers, blower mowers).
• Ensure that equipment and machinery are use according to safety regulations and that protective equipment is used.
• Supervise the conducting of minor repairs on equipment and provide training to personnel in caring for equipment.
• Liaise   with   the   immediate   superior   with   regard   to   the maintenance required on vehicles and equipment.
• Undertake inspections to ensure that all maintenance activities have been carried out in an acceptable manner and according to standards.
• Ensure that community are provided with an efficient service.
• Ensure that maintenance operations are carried out according to schedule in all areas of responsibility.
• Provide all relevant staff with protective clothing and explain the necessity to wear and use it.
• Ensure that staff adhere to health and safety regulations as contained in the Act.
• Ensure the erection of safety or warning signals I boards at all working sites.
• Conducting pre-driving inspections; Checking levels of oil, water and tyres.
• Report breakages to the superintendent.
• Ensuring that the vehicle has been filled with diesel or petrol and ready to be utilised for operational use and oversee general maintenance of the vehicle.
• Maintain adequate stock levels for cleaning and maintenance work and Monitor and supervise the usage of materials.
• Calculate stock and report low levels that need replenishing to the immediate superior.
• Order and purchase cleaning material and   maintenance material as approved by the immediate superior.
• Submit feedback and reports to the immediate superior on work related matters in the area of responsibility.
• Carry out inspections at amenities at sports fields to check on any repairs that need to be carried out.
• Report any breakages to the immediate superior and include defects in reports.
• Check that check lists have been completed after functions by the Caretaker.
• Obtain quotations for items needed and submit it to the immediate superior for further attention.
• Plan and organize maintenance and preparation of sport fields so that maximum use of sports grounds is obtained.
• Ensure that sporting facilities are clean and safe for public use Ensure the maximum use of the fields through proper maintenance and appearance.
• Prepare the sport fields including cricket pitch for use and put out markings as requested.

Closing Date: 01 May 2026