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About Faircape Life Faircape Life operates six luxurious retirement and lifestyle villages across the Western Cape, including estates in the Southern Suburbs. Our villages are celebrated for meticulously maintained gardens and welcoming environments. Role Overview We are seeking a dedicated Groundsman to join our team at Cle Du Cap in the Southern Suburbs. You will be responsible for maintaining lush gardens, vibrant flowerbeds, healthy trees, and immaculate lawns, ensuring the estate remains beautiful, well-kept, and welcoming for residents.
Key Responsibilities Garden Maintenance Pruning of trees and overgrown shrubs Reinstate plant beds and garden redevelopment Turning over of plant beds Cutting of grass and trimming Weeding Hand/additional watering when required Tools & Machinery Inspecting tools before and after use (lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, brush-cutters) Cleaning all tools at the end of each day Oil and sharpen blades of all cutting equipment Refuse Management Collecting household refuse Sorting recyclable waste from general waste Cleaning and sanitising refuse bins Loading garden waste for disposal Housekeeping & General Clean workshop/canteen Clean around Body Corporate Reception (externally) Open external dining area and courtyard umbrellas (weather permitting) Clean grounds around security kiosk Inspect perimeter fence for weeds/vegetation (weekly) Spray perimeter fence for weeds/vegetation (monthly) General Maintenance Sweep synthetic turf in courtyards Sweep paved surfaces in courtyards Collect leaves in courtyards Requirements Qualifications Driver's licence advantageous Experience & Knowledge 1 year's relevant experience in a similar role Knowledge of plants and gardening techniques Knowledge of horticultural machinery and tools (advantageous) Knowledge of irrigation systems (advantageous) Ability to perform basic grounds maintenance tasks Ability to lift and manipulate heavy objects Understanding of health & safety rules Skills & Attributes Takes initiative, professional appearance, good interpersonal skills Reliable, hardworking, driven, punctual Team player with attention to detail Specific Requirements Clear health, criminal, and credit records Two written references (compulsory) Working Hours & Remuneration Monday to Friday, 08:00–17:00 with a 45-minute lunch break.
Faircape offers a market-related salary dependent on experience, qualifications, skills, and attributes. Application Process Complete a one-way online interview (link sent automatically after application). Provide two written references – applications without these will not be considered. If you do not receive a response within 2 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.