Job Vacancy: Groundsman
Reference Number: 9SAIBN/03/45/25/08
Location: 9 South African Infantry Battalion, Cape Town
Salary: R138,486 – R163,131 per annum (Level 02)
Closing Date: 22 December 2025 at 16h00
Requirements:
- Minimum ABET qualification
- No prior experience required
- Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal)
- Basic health and safety knowledge
- Basic knowledge and operation of machinery with low complexity
- Familiarity with basic hand tools and cleaning equipment
- Ability to operate cleaning machines and perform routine tasks
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic numeracy and literacy skills
- Knowledge of gardening and equipment maintenance
- Personal qualities: endurance, punctuality, loyalty, integrity, and responsibility
Key Responsibilities:
- Cultivate garden areas and maintain the general appearance of the shooting range and surroundings
- Assist with the maintenance of shooting-related equipment and facilities
- Prepare soil and maintain flower beds by fertilizing, irrigating, weeding, and pruning
- Mow lawns, cut edges, and irrigate lawns
- Load and unload articles and equipment needed on the grounds
- Remove and transport refuse to designated areas
- Maintain neatness of unit areas and equipment, ensuring safety and security
- Apply Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) measures where necessary
Enquiries:
Capt P.S. Bam
Tel: (021) 787 6155
How to Apply:
Send your application to:
Department of Defence, SA Army,
9 SAI Bn Private Bag X4,
Eersterivier, 7103
Or hand deliver to: Spine Road, Ext 29, Eersterivier
Or email to: Chaney.Bailey@dod.mil.za