Chief Horticulturist - ERWM20692
City of Ekurhuleni · Gauteng
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- National Diploma in Horticulture, Public Management, Operational Management, Business Management, Municipal Administration or related field
- 5 years' experience in cemetery operations, parks operations, facilities management, municipal operations or a related service delivery environment
- 3 years' experience at a supervisory or management level
Core Responsibilities
- Plan, coordinate and control burial services and daily cemetery operations within assigned region
- Ensure efficient, dignified, and complaint delivery of cemetery services
- Coordinate and oversee daily burial operations across the region
- Conduct site inspections to assess operational performance
- Implement and monitor maintenance programmes for grounds, infrastructure, and landscaped areas
- Monitor condition of infrastructure including pathways, fencing and buildings
- Conduct inspections to ensure compliance with maintenance standards
- Manage municipal assets and ensure proper utilisation and upkeep of equipment and infrastructure
- Identify and prioritise infrastructure repair and upgrade needs
- Verify asset registers and inventory records
- Develop and implement regional operational plans aligned to departmental objectives
- Ensure effective service delivery and long-term sustainability of cemetery operations
- Ensure environmental compliance and preservation of cemetery landscapes
- Plan, allocate, and monitor financial and operational resources
- Manage procurement of goods and services in line with policy
- Plan and oversee cemetery development and improve projects
- Liaise with contractors and internal departments
- Report on project progress and outcomes
- Enforce compliance with applicable legislation, municipal by-laws, policies, and operational procedures, and by developing and reviewing governance frameworks
- Maintain accurate operational, legal, and burial records
- Ensure adherence to health and safety standards and regulatory requirements
- Engage with stakeholders and address service-related matters
- Respond to enquiries and complaints from the public and stakeholders
- Participate in community engagements and meetings
- Collect, analyse, and report on operational performance
- Compile and submit operational reports
- Supervise staff and manage performance within the assigned region