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Ground Maintenance Worker Vacancies (X10 Posts) – Gauteng Department of Health

Reference Number: REFS/035042
Directorate: Support Services
Employer: Gauteng Department of Health
Location: Johannesburg Health District, Gauteng
Number of Positions: 10
Salary Package: R138 486.00 per annum (Plus Government Benefits)
Closing Date: 23 January 2026

Job Advertisement: Ground Maintenance Worker – Johannesburg Health District

The Gauteng Department of Health invites suitably qualified, committed, and physically fit candidates to apply for ten (10) Ground Maintenance Worker positions within the Johannesburg Health District. These positions fall under the Support Services Directorate and play a critical role in ensuring that public healthcare facilities maintain safe, clean, and well-kept environments in line with Batho Pele Principles, Patients’ Rights, and national service delivery standards.

This opportunity is ideal for candidates with experience or interest in gardening, grounds maintenance, landscaping, property care, and general maintenance services within a public service or institutional environment.

Purpose of the Position

The primary purpose of the Ground Maintenance Worker role is to ensure that healthcare facilities, clinics, and surrounding grounds are clean, functional, safe, and aesthetically maintained. The successful candidates will contribute directly to service delivery excellence by maintaining outdoor environments that promote dignity, safety, and well-being for patients, visitors, and staff.

This role supports the Department’s mandate of delivering quality, accessible, and people-centred healthcare services across Gauteng Province.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

The successful candidates will be responsible for, but not limited to, the following duties:

Grounds and Garden Maintenance

Planting, nurturing, and maintaining trees, flower shrubs, lawns, and other plants
Preparing soil for planting, including digging, fertilising, and levelling

Cutting lawns, trimming edges, pruning trees, and clipping plants
Identifying, removing, and controlling weeds and alien plant species

Cleaning and Environmental Upkeep

Raking leaves and removing garden waste
Keeping pathways, walkways, water channels, and drains clear of obstructions
Ensuring parking areas, paved surfaces, gutters, fences, and surrounding structures are clean and tidy

Periodic emptying of external refuse bins according to approved schedules

Maintenance Support

Assisting with pest control activities where required
Checking gardening tools, machinery, and equipment for serviceability

Reporting faulty equipment or infrastructure to the Supervisor
Assisting with minor maintenance tasks as delegated

Operational Support

Loading and offloading gardening materials, tools, and equipment
Supporting general property upkeep and facility appearance
Assisting with washing of windows and external surfaces

Performing any additional duties delegated by the Supervisor in line with operational requirements

Minimum Requirements

Applicants must meet the following minimum criteria to be considered:

Educational Requirements

A minimum of Grade 10 (authentic school report), OR
Relevant NQF Level 2 qualification, OR
ABET Level 4

Experience

Experience in a public service environment, grounds maintenance, gardening, property caretaking, or similar role will be an added advantage

Physical and Work Requirements

Must be physically fit and capable of performing manual labour
Willingness to work flexible hours, including shifts, weekends, and public holidays
Ability to work under pressure and meet service delivery demands

Key Skills, Competencies, and Attributes

Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Knowledge of Batho Pele Principles
Understanding of Patients’ Rights Charter
Awareness of the Six Ministerial Priorities
Strong work ethic and commitment to public service values

Ability to follow instructions and comply with safety standards
Reliability, accountability, and attention to detail

Employment Equity

The Gauteng Department of Health is committed to employment equity, transformation, and diversity in the public service. In line with the Department’s Employment Equity Plan, preference may be given to suitably qualified candidates whose appointment will promote representivity.

👉 Women and persons with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

How to Apply

Online Applications Only

All applications must be submitted strictly online via the Gauteng Provincial Government E-Recruitment Portal:

🌐 http://jobs.gauteng.gov.za

❌ No hand-delivered, faxed, or emailed applications will be accepted.

Required Documents

Applicants must upload the following documents:

A fully completed and signed NEW Z83 application form (2021 version), obtainable from:
👉 www.dpsa.gov.za/documents
A recently updated and comprehensive Curriculum Vitae (CV)

⚠️ Applications submitted without a completed Z83 form and detailed CV will be automatically disqualified.

Important Notes for Applicants

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by HR to submit certified copies of qualifications, ID, and other supporting documents (not older than six months)
Foreign qualifications must be accompanied by a SAQA evaluation certificate
Suitable candidates will undergo personnel suitability checks, including:
- Criminal record checks
- Citizenship verification
- Qualification verification
- Employment verification
Where applicable, candidates may be required to complete a skills or knowledge assessment
The recommended candidate may be subjected to Medical Surveillance in terms of the Occupational Health and Safety Act (Act 5 of 1993)

Enquiries

For enquiries related to this post, please contact:

Ms. N Nkopane
📞 Tel: 011 725 0073

Closing Date

🗓️ 23 January 2026

Late applications will not be considered.

Important Disclaimer

Due to the large volume of applications expected, applications will not be acknowledged.
If you do not receive feedback within three (3) months after the closing date, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.

The Gauteng Department of Health reserves the right not to fill the post.

Apply today and become part of a public healthcare system that puts people first, values service excellence, and is committed to building a clean, safe, and dignified environment for all.

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