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Operating Division : Transnet Engineering
Position Title : General Worker: Gardening & Cleaning
Employee Group : Non Permanent
Department : Facilit & Infra
Location : Various Locations
Reporting To : Supervisor: Gardening & Cleaning
Grade Level : FTML1
Reference Number : 3002060
Position Purpose:
Cleaning the TE premises by sweeping the roads, washing any dirt, collecting rubble and litter, cutting the grass and
controlling any vegetation that is growing within the premises.
Ensure proper maintenance of the plant premises and ensure all external areas are sound, safe, and tidy aesthetically
pleasing and they present a safe environment. This position will also take care of the flower beds and lawn, ensuring that
they are watered and kept in a good looking condition.
The General Worker can be assigned any other work around the plant that is safe to perform and within his/her capabilities.
Position outputs:
Road and Yard Cleaning, washing of pavements when required, collection of litter around the premises, grass cutting and
vegetation control.
Watering of flower beds and lawn ensuring that they are free of weed and well taken care of.
Follow instructions from the Facilities Supervisor to rotate efficiently between the assigned areas where cleaning has to be
done.
Avoid wastage of fuel and consumables. Come up with some savings initiatives to control costs within areas of responsibility.
Do first line maintenance and repairs on the irrigation system and report faults to the Facilities Supervisor.
Work in cooperation with the Machinery Operators who must cut the grass using the ride on mowers.
Conduct all duties in a safe manner and contribute to safety talks and help promote a safety culture within the team.
Come up with some innovations and cost saving initiatives, e.g., on water usage for irrigation and fuel saving for the
machines.
Always wear the correct protective clothing when performing your duties.
Develop and maintain a good working relationship with the Facilities Supervisors and Machinery Operators and communicate
well to understand any challenges related to your expected deliverables.
Control leave days and always arrange leave with your Supervisor prior to taking it.
Qualifications & Experience:
Minimum Requirements
Must be able to read and write
No Experience required
Gardening Services experience is an added advantage
Preference will be given to;
Applications from Fixed term contractors of Gardening and Cleaning Service Providers that are working/worked for Transnet
Engineering in the locations listed below in the advert, subject to Transnet Engineering receiving a job application within the
prescribed deadline, meeting the full minimum requirements of the positions, successfully completing the recruitment and
selection processes including required background checks)
Applications from the communities that are in the vicinity of Transnet Engineering locations listed in the advert, subject to
meeting of the minimum requirements of the positions, successfully completing the recruitment and selection processes
which include required background checks.
Appointments in line with the Transnet Engineering’s employment equity plan
LOCATIONS ARE:
Pyramid South; Ermelo; Polokwane; Tzaneen;
Witbank, Belfast; Middleburg; Komartipoort;
Lydenburg; Nelspruit; Phalaborwa; Mussina;
Blue Train; Capital Park and Koedoespoort
NB: In line with the Transnet relocation policy, NO RELOCATION/ ACCOMMODATION ASSISTANCE WILL BE PROVIDED.
Competencies:
Skills, Knowledge and Attitude
Safety Mindset
Disciplined
Performance and Delivery driven.
Relationship Management (Interpersonal Skills)
Position will be filled for :
Pyramid South; Ermelo; Polokwane; Tzaneen;
Witbank, Belfast; Middleburg; Komartipoort;
Lydenburg; Nelspruit; Phalaborwa; Mussina;
Blue Train; Capital Park and Koedoespoort