Job Description

Manages key requirements and procedural applications associated with the provision of a
Horticultural service within a designated area.
Key Responsibility Areas

Co-ordinates processes associated with the development of operational plans to manage the
Horticultural activities.
Supervision and control of subordinate staff.
Controls the application of procedures and systems in respect of Safety and, machinery and
material resources necessary for the delivery of services.
Coordinates and controls Horticultural activities associated with the development and
maintenance of public leisure and recreational facilities, municipal facilities, community
projects, natural areas and open spaces.
Identifies with possible opportunities to improve and uplift the area from a Horticultural
perspective and participates in specific phases of the delivery of approved programmes.
Disseminates technical information relating to the principles and practices relating to
specific functional applications.
Checks details of transactional documentation prior to approving and submitting for further
processing.
Completes investigational reports, recording details of findings from inspections /
observations and forwards to management.
Conducts research on specific issues relating to Horticulture.

Special Conditions:
1. Required to work in all weather conditions.
2. Required to work outside normal working hours during emergencies and planned overtime.

Physical Requirements:
The physical attributes required for the performance of tasks associated with specific key
performance areas in this post necessitates that the incumbent be physically fit and able bodied.
This post reports to DISTRICT MANAGER
Competencies

Managing Work- Effectively manages own time and available resources and tools to ensure
that work is completed efficiently and on time.
Planning and organizing- The ability to plan activities within specific timeframes and to
execute these activities according to plan.
Facility specific skills- Shows a satisfactory level of technical skill, knowledge, experience and
education relevant to particular community facility.
Workplace safety- The ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.
Interpersonal Relationships- The ability to establish and maintain productive relationships
with people within and outside of the Municipality.
Communication- The capacity to listen attentively, grasp issues, present information in a
clear manner and respond appropriately to verbal and written communication of others.
Service Delivery Orientation- The ability to explore and implement new ways of delivering
services that contribute to the improvement of municipal processes in order to achieve
municipal goals.
Resilience- The ability to respond constructively to pressure / stress situations and the ability
to persist with goals despite obstacles and setbacks.
Problem Solving- The ability to gather information, analyse issues and deal with complexity
and ambiguity. Shows long-term thinking, follows through in a logical manner, aware of
consequences and implications. Is able to see the xe2x80x98Bigger Picturexe2x80x99.
Accountability and Ethical Conduct- Ability to display and build the highest standards of
ethical and moral conduct in order to promote confidence and trust in the public service and
to adhere to codes of good corporate governance.
Essential Requirements

Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Horticulture or equivalent.
Valid motor vehicle driving license.
2 Years relevant experience.
Computer Literacy
Preferred Requirements

3 Years relevant experience.
Housing Subsidy Yes
Leave Yes
Medical Aid Yes
Pension Fund Yes
Remuneration R297 857.87- R386 635.32p.a
13th Cheque Yes
Contact Name HUMAN CAPITAL
Contact Telephone 031-3114102

eThekwini Municipality