Gardener (post level 18) (This position is based full-time
Organizational Unit
University of the Free State -> Faculty of Health Sciences -> Office of the Dean: Faculty of Health Sciences
Contract Type: Permanent
Occupational Level: Unskilled
Duties and responsibilities:
• Provide general gardening duties.
• Attend minor maintenance requests.
• Cleaning:
o Empty waste bins or similar containers, transporting waste material to designated collection points.
o Clean building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
o Use electrically powered scrubbing and polishing machines to burnish, scrub, polish and spray clean floors (after receiving proper instruction and training).
o Dust, damp wipes, wash or polish furniture, shelves, windowsills, external surfaces of cupboards, shelves and fitments.
o Replenish consumable items (soap, toilet rolls, paper towels) if required.
o Clean restrooms, including toilets, urinals, hand basins, and sinks.
o Clean cookers and work surface areas (if employed in domestic science areas).
• Sanitising:
o Sanitise all areas.
o Replenish sanitising equipment.
• Quality assurance:
o Check and maintain equipment to ensure that it is in working order.
o Notify supervisors of major repairs that need to be addressed or of any inquiries pertaining to the cleaning operations system.
o Request supplies or equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
o Take responsibility for the correct use of all equipment and material.
o Promote Health and Safety within the team.
o Lock and unlock of buildings daily.
• Assist a liaison when residence head is not available.
• Perform any ad hoc duties related to the Faculty of Health Sciences Rural Community Initiative as requested by supervisor.
Inherent Job Requirements:
• Grade 12 or National Vocational Certificate on NQF level 4.
Recommendations:
• Proven relevant experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Proficiency in Sesotho / Setswana.
Competencies:
Key Competencies Required:
• Results orientated:
o The ability to stick with tasks, not give up, and overcome obstacles in completing one’s task.
o The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
• Strategic thinking:
o The ability to deal with several activities at a time.
o The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
• Business acumen:
o The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
o Sensitivity towards diverse cultures.
o Committed.
o Trustworthy.
o Reliable.
o Enthusiastic.
• Leading:
o The ability to be cooperative with others, display good-natured attitude, and encourage people to work together.
• Building coalitions:
o The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
o The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Required Documents
KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll. Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
*Certified copies must not be older than 6 months:
• A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter;
• Certified copies of all academic records;
• Certified copies of relevant qualifications (please provide SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications);
• A Certified* copy of your identity document;
• Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable);
• A copy of your driver’s license (if applicable).
• A service record of your current employer / last employer.
Assumption of duties:
01 October 2022 or as soon as possible thereafter.
Closing Date: 21 September 2022
Location: Free State
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