HEAD GARDNER X16: JOHANNESBURG CITY PARKS AND ZOO

CLOSING DATE: 02 September 2024

LOCATION: Joburg

JOB TYPE: Permanent

SALARY: (R17,314.77 – R23,373.84)

JOB SUMMARY

Supervise Arboriculture/Horticulture teams to ensure completion of scheduled maintenance tasks as
directed by Senior Arboriculturist/ Horticulturalist according to Standard Operating Procedures. Ensure
compliance with SHEQ standards in daily activities. Organize necessary machinery and tools for the
team, transport them to the worksite, and supervise the execution and completion of required activities.

REQUIREMENTS

Grade 12 or equivalent qualification

  • Basic Knowledge of Landscaping/Horticulture/Arboriculture
  • Proven experience in transporting teams or individuals using heavy vehicles such as trucks
    or tractors. Knowledge of SHEQ requirements
  • 1 years’ experience in the supervisory level (Horticultural/ Arboriculture field)
  • Valid SA driver’s license Code 10 & Valid PDP. Code 14 drivers’ license – added advantage

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

  • To supervise the teams so that required activities are executed as per Standard Operating
    Procedures.
  • Co-ordinate completion of job cards as per direction from the Senior Arboriculturist/
    Horticulturalist, including scheduled maintenance and customer complaints.
  • Support the Senior Arboriculturist/ Horticulturalist with inspections.
  • Support Senior Arboriculturist/ Horticulturalist & check daily complaints & queries from all
    stakeholders.
  • Check equipment are in working order and transport it to the worksite
  • Work cohesively with the team to ensure completion of required tasks
  • Report any safety and environmental incidents on site and infrastructure issues
  • Report to the Senior Arboriculturist/ Horticulturalist on team performance and job card status
  • Comply with SHE-Q requirements and JCPZ policies when conducting work

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Advanced/ Safe driving skills driving heavy vehicles i.e. truck/tractor/bus
  • Excellent sense of navigation, Performance supervision & control skills
  • Experience on Machine operations for horticultural/arboriculture machinery
  • Knowledge and application of propagation of plants
  • Good understanding of SHERQ requirements and the applications to horticulture/arboriculture
  • Excellent Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills and Teamwork
  • Ability to work under pressure, Time Management, Problem solving skills, Customer service
    orientation & Leadership,Values, honesty and integrity, Responsible and Reliable
  • Proactiveness and pays attention to details, Ability to maintain confidentiality.

APPLICATION:

Workplace: Region F | Closing Date: 2 September 2024| Enquiries: 0117126601/6749/6792
Email only CV: talentmanagement@jhbcityparks.com Reference number: HG25072024

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