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Closing Date: 14 October 2025
Department: Sport, Recreation, Arts & Culture
Location: City of Ekurhuleni

Remuneration:
Basic Salary: R231,156.00 – R317,076.00 per annum (plus applicable municipal benefits)
Assignment Type: Permanent

About the Position

The City of Ekurhuleni is committed to promoting healthy, vibrant, and sustainable communities. Through the Department of Sport, Recreation, Arts & Culture, the municipality invests in maintaining sports facilities, recreational parks, and public green spaces that improve the quality of life for residents.

As part of this mission, we are seeking dedicated Grounds and Horticultural Workers who will play a key role in maintaining sports fields, public gardens, and community recreational areas. The successful candidates will contribute to creating safe, attractive, and functional outdoor spaces where residents can engage in sports, arts, and cultural activities.

This is a permanent role within the municipality, offering stable employment, municipal benefits, and an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the community.

Minimum Requirements

To be considered for this role, applicants must meet the following minimum requirements:

• Educational Qualification: Grade 10 or ABET Level 1 (or equivalent qualification).
• Driver’s Licence: A valid Code C driver’s licence is essential.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English and at least one other official South African language.
• Experience: At least one (1) year relevant work experience in gardening, landscaping, horticulture, or related maintenance work.

Core Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks associated with the upkeep of municipal sports facilities and green spaces, including but not limited to:

1. Grounds Maintenance:
   • Cutting grass on sports fields and surrounding areas.
   • Watering gardens, lawns, and flower beds using garden hoses, sprinklers, water tanks, and other irrigation methods.
   • Preparing and tilting flower beds to ensure neatness and readiness for planting.
2. Equipment and Machinery:
   • Operating and cleaning lawnmowers, trimmers, and other horticultural machinery.
   • Safely transporting raw materials, equipment, and tools to designated sites.
   • Ensuring all machinery is properly cleaned, stored, and maintained after use.
3. Repairs and Upkeep:
   • Reporting damages, irregularities, and potential hazards to the supervisor.
   • Performing minor painting, repair tasks, and other duties associated with the winter maintenance programme.
4. Compliance and Safety:
   • Adhering strictly to occupational health and safety requirements as prescribed by the Safety Act.
   • Following all municipal regulations and standard operating procedures.
   • Acting in line with Batho Pele Principles, ensuring respect, transparency, and service excellence in every task.

Competencies and Skills

This role requires more than just physical capability; the ideal candidate should also demonstrate:

• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Good communication skills to liaise effectively with supervisors and colleagues.
• Basic problem-solving skills for addressing day-to-day challenges in maintenance work.
• Commitment to cleanliness, safety, and service delivery excellence.

Why Join the City of Ekurhuleni?

Working for the City of Ekurhuleni means becoming part of a progressive and people-centred municipality. As a Grounds and Horticultural Worker, you will:

• Contribute directly to the well-being of communities by ensuring that sports fields and recreational facilities remain in excellent condition.
• Work in a role that values physical activity, teamwork, and community service.
• Receive a competitive municipal salary with benefits that include pension, medical aid, and paid leave.
• Enjoy stable, permanent employment within one of South Africa’s largest metropolitan municipalities.

This is more than just a maintenance role—it is an opportunity to take pride in shaping safe, welcoming, and green spaces that bring people together.

Employment Equity Commitment

The City of Ekurhuleni is committed to employment equity and upholding the principles of the Employment Equity Act. Preference may be given to suitably qualified applicants from designated groups in line with our employment equity plans.

The municipality reserves the right to appoint, not appoint, or to make an appointment at a later stage.

Application Process

• Interested applicants should ensure their applications are submitted on or before the closing date of 14 October 2025.
• Candidates may be requested to provide proof of NQF level for qualifications submitted.
• If applicants do not receive communication regarding the outcome of their application within six (6) weeks after the closing date, it should be understood that the application was unsuccessful.

Enquiries

For further information regarding this position, please contact the City of Ekurhuleni Call Centre:
Tel: 0860 54 3000

Final Note

This vacancy presents a valuable opportunity for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, value teamwork, and want to contribute meaningfully to community development. If you have the right skills, qualifications, and commitment to service, we encourage you to apply and be part of the City of Ekurhuleni’s vision of building inclusive, sustainable, and thriving communities.

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