General Worker โ University of the Free State โ Bloemfontein โ Apply by 28 July 2026
Location: Bloemfontein Campus, Free State, South Africa
Closing Date: 28 July 2026
Position Type: Permanent
Salary: R127,080.97 per annum (Total remuneration package including benefits)
Overview
The University of the Free State (UFS) is inviting applications for a Sport Grounds General Worker within the Facilities Management Division. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining sports fields, gardens, and outdoor facilities to ensure they remain safe, clean, and well-maintained for students, staff, and visitors.
Key Responsibilities
– Clean and maintain assigned sports grounds and surrounding areas.
– Pick up and dispose of litter to maintain a clean environment.
– Monitor cleaning supplies and request replacements when necessary.
– Operate gardening and grounds maintenance equipment, including brush cutters, blowers, lawn mowers, precision cutters, and other hand and power tools.
– Perform irrigation maintenance and repairs when required.
– Mark sports fields for sporting events and activities.
– Mow lawns, trim trees, rake leaves, and maintain athletic fields.
– Assist with general maintenance duties across the campus.
– Operate a motor vehicle or tractor to transport equipment and materials when required.
– Apply fertilisers and pesticides according to approved procedures.
– Inspect and maintain tools and equipment to ensure they remain in good working condition.
– Follow all occupational health, safety, and environmental procedures.
– Attend team meetings and perform additional duties assigned by supervisors.
Requirements
- Grade 10 (NQF Level 2).
- Relevant experience performing grounds maintenance or similar duties.
- Valid Code EB/B driver’s licence.
- Physically fit and able to lift and move heavy equipment.
Recommendations
- Minimum one year’s experience in sports grounds or gardening maintenance.
- Experience operating gardening machinery and equipment.
- Knowledge of workplace health and safety procedures.
Skills and Competencies
- Strong work ethic and reliability.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Good planning and organisational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to follow instructions and safety procedures.
- Good communication and interpersonal skills.
- Positive attitude and willingness to perform manual work.
- Commitment to maintaining high standards of cleanliness and maintenance.
Benefits
Successful candidates may qualify for a range of employee benefits, including:
- Pension scheme.
- Medical aid.
- Group life insurance.
- Housing allowance.
- Annual, sick, and family responsibility leave.
- Service bonus.
- Study benefits (subject to conditions).
APPLICATION PROCESS
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