Handyman/Gardener (LMO/TS 1)

Organisation
Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries
Reference
VAC-57031
Contract Type
Full-Time
Industries
Installation, Maintenance & Repair
Location
Kingston
Salary & Benefits
$18,647 - $25,078 per week
Date Posted
02/06/2025
Expiry Date
19/06/2025
Under the supervision of the Manager, Administration and Support Services, the Handyman/Gardener conducts landscaping activities as required, ensures maintenance of the grounds and lawns of the Ministry's compound.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Sweeps and rakes compound; 
  • Mows and weeds lawns; 
  • Trims trees on premises; 
  • Maintains and replaces flowers and foliage; 
  • Plants, waters and maintains plants; 
  • Locates and plants shrubs, trees and flowers; 
  • Repairs and maintains gardening equipment; 
  • Carries out repairs to concrete and asphalt walks and driveways; 
  • Assists with minor plumbing and carpentry repairs; 
  • Assists Technical Officer on field trips; 
  • Collects soil samples; 
  • Performs any other related duties as may be assigned. 

 

Required Knowledge, Skills and Competencies

Core: 

  • Good oral and written communication skills 
  • Good teamwork and cooperation 
  • Interpersonal skills 
  • Initiative 
  • Strong customer and quality focus skills 
  • Good time management skills 

Technical: 

  • Excellent gardening skills 
  • Good knowledge of landscaping 
  • Basic mechanical skills 

 

Minimum Required Qualification and Experience

  • Successful completion of Secondary School education with the ability to read and write.

 

Special Conditions Associated with the Job:

  • Exposure to agricultural chemicals/fertilizers.

 

 

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

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