Groundsman X 22 (Multiple Posts) | SA Army Careers South Africa

DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC WORKS AND INFRASTRUCTURE

Locations & Number of Posts:

Army Air Defence Artillery Formation HQ, Pretoria, Gauteng – 2 Posts
JSB Wonderboom, Wonderboom, Gauteng – 1 Post
JSB Garrison, Thaba Tshwane, Pretoria – 5 Posts
7 SAI Bn, Phalaborwa, Limpopo – 4 Posts
9 SAI Bn, Cape Town, Western Cape – 2 Posts
SA Army Armour Formation HQ, Pretoria, Gauteng – 2 Posts
Army Support Base Kimberley, Northern Cape – 1 Post
Army Support Base Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth, Eastern Cape – 2 Posts
Army Support Base (ASB) Mpumalanga, Nelspruit, Mpumalanga – 3 Posts

About SA Army

The South African Army relies on Groundsmen to ensure military installations are safe, clean, and visually presentable. These roles are vital for the maintenance of gardens, lawns, terrains, and landscaped areas across military bases.

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Position Overview

The Groundsman is responsible for maintaining the external areas of military bases, including lawns, gardens, flower beds, shrubs, trees, and other landscaped areas.

Candidates must be physically fit, disciplined, and able to work in a team or independently.

Key Responsibilities

Cultivate garden areas, prepare soil, and plant flowers, trees, and shrubs.
Maintain flower beds, lawns, and landscaped areas by fertilizing, irrigating, weeding, and pruning.
Remove alien vegetation and general refuse from terrains.
Mow lawns, cut edges, and maintain neatness of unit areas.
Handle, operate, and maintain gardening equipment (rotary mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, pole pruners, hand tools, etc.).
Assist in preparing grounds for functions and parades.
Apply Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) measures at all times.
Monitor plant health and practice pest control as required.
Report defects or maintenance issues to supervisors.

Minimum Requirements

Education & Qualifications:

ABET qualification (minimum).

Experience & Skills:

No prior experience required.
Ability to communicate effectively in English (verbal).
Knowledge of gardening, landscaping, and maintenance equipment.
Ability to work independently or in a team.
Physical strength for handling materials and equipment.
Ability to prioritise and organise work effectively.

Core Competencies

Reliability, punctuality, and consistency.
Attention to detail and high standards of neatness.
Teamwork and collaboration.
Initiative and responsibility for tasks.
Physical endurance and practical problem-solving.
Compliance with OHS and safety regulations.

Why Join SA Army

Work in a structured and disciplined military environment.
Gain experience in landscape management and grounds maintenance.
Contribute to a safe, organized, and visually appealing environment for military personnel.
Opportunities for career growth and development within the SA Army.

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How to Apply

Army Air Defence Artillery Formation HQ, Pretoria – 2 Posts
Private Bag X123, Pretoria, 0001
Hand Deliver: Corner Patriot and Karelboom Street, Sebokeng complex Block H1, Pretoria 0001
Email: Beauty.msiza@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: Warrant Officer A. Macdonald – Tel: (012) 355 2427

JSB Wonderboom, Gauteng – 1 Post
Private Bag X01, Doornpoort, 1700
Hand Deliver: Military Base Wonderboom, Lindvelt Road, Doornpoort, 1700
Email: Theresa.VanDyk@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: Maj N.C Vuma – Tel: (012) 529 0440

JSB Garrison, Thaba Tshwane, Pretoria – 5 Posts
Private Bag X1001, Thaba Tshwane
Hand Deliver: No1 Van Reeback Road, Thaba Tshwane
Email: Netshutungulu@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: Lt K.P. Matebula / Ms M.T.P. Lekgetho – Tel: (012) 684 2198 / (012) 684 2029

7 SAI Bn, Phalaborwa, Limpopo – 4 Posts
Private Bag X01015, Phalaborwa
Hand Deliver: Hendrick van Eck Road, 7 SAI Bn Military Base
Email: imsc.7sai@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: Capt Machaba – Tel: (015) 780 4066

9 SAI Bn, Cape Town, Western Cape – 2 Posts
Private Bag X4, Eersterivier, 7103
Hand Deliver: Spine Road, Ext 29, Eersterivier
Email: Chaney.Bailey@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: Capt P.S. Bam – Tel: (021) 787 6155

SA Army Armour Formation HQ, Pretoria, Gauteng – 2 Posts
Private Bag X172, Pretoria, 0001
Email: armourhq@gmail.com
Enquiries: Ms S.B. Bambo – Tel: (012) 355-2891

Army Support Base Kimberley, Northern Cape – 1 Post
Private Bag X5056, Diskobolos, Kimberley, 8325
Email: Mimy.Matimbe@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: Maj I.W. Februarie / WO1 M.E Mogorosi – Tel: (053) 830 3011 / 3010

Army Support Base Eastern Cape, Port Elizabeth – 2 Posts
PO Box 13419, Humewood, Port Elizabeth, 6013
Hand Deliver: Army Support Base EC, Willow Drive, Forest Hill, Port Elizabeth
Email: Erika.VanTonder@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: WO Z.C Mdokwe / Ms S. Van der Watt – Tel: (041) 505 1237 / 1248

Army Support Base (ASB) Mpumalanga, Nelspruit, Mpumalanga – 3 Posts
Private Bag X11277, Nelspruit, 1200
Hand Deliver: Citrus Crescent No 6, Nelspruit
Email: Julia.Matsepa@dod.mil.za
Enquiries: Maj S.M Mbuyane / Ms M.Scheepers – Tel: (013) 756 2284 / 2186

Note: The Department of Defence promotes equity (race, gender, and disability) and encourages applications that enhance representivity according to the Employment Equity Plan.

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