Groundsman (LMO/TS1) - Black River Hospital

Qualifications and Experience:

• Completion of Primary Education. 
• Certificate by HEART/NTA in landscaping, horticulture or related discipline would be a definite asset
• A minimum of two (2) years’ working experience within a similar position. 

Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Physical Fitness 
• Ability to work effectively in a team 
• Ability to respect patient confidentiality 
• Good time management skills 
• Good interpersonal and communication skills 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Keeps surroundings/grounds clean by: 
  • Sweeping; 
  • Disposing of garbage and debris appropriately. 
• Assists in the beautification of the exterior of the hospital by: 
  • Cuts lawn and prunes hedges; 
  • Planting and watering flowers. 
• Operates equipment to maintain grounds of the hospital. 
• Assists in the lifting and removing of office equipment. 
• Performing duties of other Attendants in their absence. 
• Disposes of garbage collected outside appropriately. 
• Reports tools and equipment to be repaired. 
• Sanitizes and washes down walkways as required. 
• Following applicable safety guidelines and procedures. 
• Performing other duties as required. 

Special conditions associated with the job:

• Required to work beyond normal working hours to include holidays and weekends.
• Core duties and responsibilities are performed outdoors. 
• Required to lift furniture, boxes, equipment etc. 
• Required to be physically fit, strong, agile and dexterous. 
• Exposure to sun and chemicals. 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.