Application Closing Date: 17 July 2023 | Location: Pyramid South; Ermelo; Polokwane; Tzaneen; Witbank, Belfast; Middleburg; Komartipoort; Lydenburg; Nelspruit; Phalaborwa; Mussina; Blue Train; Capital Park and Koedoespoort
Transnet invites applications from persons interested to fill the General Worker position.
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 he 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:
- A candidate must be able to read and write.
- No working experience required.
- Experience in Garden Services may add and advantage.
Competencies:
- Skills, Knowledge and Attitude
- Safety Mindset
- Disciplined
- Performance and Delivery driven.
- Relationship Management (Interpersonal Skills)
