Machine Operator: Turf Grass, Stadia & Hard Courts: SRAC20551

Location City of Ekurhuleni Remuneration R 215616 to R 295764 - Basic salary per annum (plus benefits) Assignment Type Permanent Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 10
• Relevant experience in maintenance and operation of heavy specialized plant equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications
• 2 years’ experience in a similar environment
• Physical ability to perform all work required

Core Responsibilities:

• Execute all tasks given by the supervisor
• Cutting top dressing and marking of sports field by using the appropriate machinery and equipment
• Apply chemicals as instructed by immediate supervisor
• Clean and store all machinery and horticultural equipment safely in a locked and safe storage facility
• Maintain all ditches at relevant facilities by cutting grass, picking up hazardous object to safeguard machinery and personnel from harmful danger
• Irrigate designated areas by mechanical, manual and automatic means by maintaining quality turf standards
• Verbally report damages to machinery and equipment to the immediate supervisor
• Ensure that all equipment and machinery is in good and safe working order
• Ensure all activities are performed safely and in accordance to manufacturer’s specifications
• Adhere to Batho Pele principles

Interested candidates whose background and experience match these challenging and exciting positions are invited to apply using an online application system attached to the advertisement on the website of the City of Ekurhuleni (www.ekurhuleni.gov.za).

Enquiries: Tel: 0860 54 3000

The successful candidate will be required to sign a performance contract as per Council resolution.

Candidates may be requested to submit proof of the NQF level applicable to the qualifications they have obtained.

Should candidates not be informed of the outcome of the application within six weeks of the closing date, it should be regarded as having been unsuccessful. The City of Ekurhuleni subscribes to the principles of the Employment Equity Act and reserves the right to appoint, not appoint or to appoint laterally.

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