Gardener

• Wine Estate based close to Somerset West is looking for a Gardener to install and maintain the flowers, trees and green spaces on the estate and ensure that the gardens and green spaces are always healthy and beautiful.

Duties

• Installing and maintaining seasonal plants to ensure attractive, well-maintained landscaped areas.

• Mowing, trimming, fertilising, mulching, edging, and weeding gardens and green spaces, as well as pruning trees and shrubs to promote healthy growth and appearance.

• Responsible for the proper use, care, and maintenance of gardening equipment and machinery, including mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.

• Planting, cultivating, maintaining, and harvesting produce within the greenhouse, ensuring optimal growing conditions and crop health.

• Working knowledge of irrigation systems, including their operation, monitoring, maintenance, and basic troubleshooting.

• Responsible for monitoring plant health, identifying and addressing pest-related issues, and ensuring gardens, pathways, greenhouse areas, and surrounding green spaces are kept clean, tidy, and free of debris and litter at all times.

Requirements

• Grade 12

• Preferably 2 years' previous experience as a Gardener

• Experience with plumbing will be advantageous

• Familiarity with landscaping design principles

• Extensive knowledge of regional plant life

• Working knowledge of basic irrigation systems and their maintenance

• Knowledge of local pests and appropriate control methods

• Knowledge of synthetic and natural fertilisers

• Understanding of health and safety regulations applicable to landscaping and gardening activities

• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects & to remain on your feet for extended periods of time.