(4 positions)Rhodes University Makhanda, Eastern CapePermanentPosted 28 May 2025 Closing Date 29 May 2025Share this vacancy on Social Media: Job DetailsDivision : 2901 – Facilities and InfrastructureMinimum experience : Entry LevelCompany primary industry : Higher EducationJob functional area : OtherJob DescriptionGardener (Grade 3)Grounds and GardensThe Grounds and Gardens section of the Facilities and Infrastructure Division invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team. Main ObjectivesProvide gardening and related services to the university so as to ensure an aesthetically pleasing, well maintained campus. Sweep streets and in front of entrances. Maintain beds, cleaning refuse from beds, pruning and planning shrubs and flowers.The RequirementsGrade 10 or equivalent plus approximately 6 months relevant experience where such experience includes: -Previous gardening experience Application ProcessIt is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.The following documents are required:A CV which should include the following: -Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.A motivation letter which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements. A copy of your grade 10/standard 8 report.Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 8753.Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):Short-listing meeting: TBC.The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and an interview.Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.Remuneration per annum (Grade 3)Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R139 573Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R199 872All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates. Closing Date: 29 May 2025This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University’s Recruitment and Selection policies. Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are: Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and CompassionApply online at https://ru.simplify.hr/vacancy/vyo8mm