Supervisors (Kirstenbosch & Harold Porter NBGs)

An opportunity is available for supervisor participants to participate in a short-term programme focusing on garden maintenance and environmental support. The programme is implemented by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI).

The successful candidates must be willing to work independently as well as in a team. Preference will be given to applicants in possession of the following qualifications: Diploma or Degree in Environmental Science/Environmental Management/Nature Conservation/Horticulture. Some experience in supervising a team will be an added advantage.

Applicants must be South African Citizens and reside within the local municipality where the garden is based (proof of residence required i.e. letter from the ward committee/ traditional authority or utility bill). An applicant must be physically and medically fit to do manual labour.

Key responsibilities

Among other duties, the successful candidates will be expected to perform manual labour including:

• Supervision of the unskilled and skilled labour
• Managing workflows
• Reports on project progress
• Ensuring compliance to safety
• Resolves team disputes

08h00 – 16h00 Weekdays