- Company
- Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment
- Location
- Northern Cape, Northern Cape
- Job type
- Permanent
- Minimum qualification
- ABET / able to read and write
- Salary
- R144 024 per annum
- Reference
- FOM75/2026
- Closing date
- 16 November 2026 (13 days left)
About this post
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is looking for a Groundsman: Greening and Livelihoods Implementation Support in Northern Cape. It is a permanent post, paying R144 024 per annum.
Closing date: Monday, 16 November 2026. Late applications are not considered.
What you need
The official advert asks for:
- Grade 9 (NQF level 1) equivalent qualification.
- No experience required.
- Knowledge of National Forestry Act 84 of 1998, National Veld, Fire Forestry Act 101 of 1998 (NVFFA) and Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Problem solving skills, Interpersonal skills.
- Good interpersonal relations skills.
- Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
- Ability to work individually and in a team.
- Ability to work under extreme pressure.
- Ability to work with difficult persons and to resolve conflict.
What you’ll do
- Perform routine activities in respect of grounds, irrigate and water plants lawns.
- Conduct weeding and weed control.
- Prune and trim plants, performance cutting, seeding and transplanting of plants.
- Mow lawns, dispose of organic waste, dig compost, dig, spray and maintain flower beds and edges.
- Perform general routine activities in respect of infrastructure support.
- Seeds collection.
- Cleaning of seeds.
- Seed pre-sowing treatment.
- Preparation of seedling trays.
- Sowing of seed.
- Preparation and sowing of cuttings.
- Ensure planting and transplanting of seedlings and trees.
- Filling of planting bags with soil.
- Prepare space in beds for transplanting.
- Transplanting of seedling from trays to bags.
- Transplanting of trees from small to bigger bags.
- Packing of transplanted trees.
- … and 14 more points in the official advert.
Tips before you apply
- Use the new Z83 application form. Fill in every section and sign it: unsigned or incomplete Z83 forms are usually not considered.
- Quote the reference number FOM75/2026 on your application and in the subject line of any e-mail.
- Attach only the documents this advert asks for, such as a CV with your experience dated month and year. Many departments ask for certified copies only once you are shortlisted.
- Show clearly on your CV that you meet each requirement above, for example your Grade 12 results or driver's licence code.
How to apply
Apply the way the official advert says. EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
Where to apply: All applications to be submitted online on the following link: https://erecruitment.environment.gov.za/
Enquiries: Ms. S. Lubanga at 060 973 1792
Closing date: Monday, 16 November 2026
Notes from the official advert
Interested applicants must submit their applications via the above link. Applicant must ensure that they complete all sections on the online Z83 and attached a detailed CV with at least three (3) contactable references. Failure to complete or disclose all required information will automatically disqualify the applicant. No late applications will be accepted. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit certified copies of qualifications, Senior Certificate, identity document and driver’s license on or before the day of the interview. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have foreign qualifications evaluated by the South African Qualification Authority (SAQA). The National Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Preference may be given to appointable applicants from the underrepresented designated groups in terms of the Department’s equity plan. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Correspondence will be limited to successful candidates only. Short-listed candidates will be subjected to screening and security vetting to determine their suitability for employment, including but not limited to: Criminal records; Citizenship status; Credit worthiness; Previous employment (reference checks); and Qualification verification. Short-listed candidates will be expected to avail themselves at the Department’s convenience. Entry level requirements for SMS posts: In terms of the Directive on Compulsory Capacity Development, Mandatory Training Days & Minimum Entry Requirements for SMS that was introduced on 1 April 2015, a requirement for all applicants for SMS posts from 1 April 2020 is a successful completion of the Senior Management Pre-Entry Programme as endorsed by the National School of Government (NSG) prior to appointment. The course is available at the NSG under the name Certificate for entry into SMS and the full details can be obtained by following the below link: https://www.thensg.gov.za/training-course/sms-pre-entryprogramme.Furthermore, Shortlisted candidates must provide proof of successful completion of the course. All shortlisted candidates, including the SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine a candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements and the other must be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment. Selection panels shall score both technical exercises as an additional…
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Source: DPSA Public Service Vacancy Circular 39 of 2026 (view original). EmploymentHub is not the employer and does not handle applications.
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