Artisan

Conservation Gardens and Tourism Division

(Salary Level 05)

The South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) is seeking to appoint a highly motivated, efficient and enthusiastic individual to assist in the maintenance and development of buildings and structures at the Thohoyandou Botanical Garden.

The prospective candidate must be in possession of a Grade 10 with a trade test certificate in brick laying enhanced by at least 2–5 years relevant working experience. The incumbent is required to have a good command of spoken and written English as well as another official language, and interpersonal skills.  A valid Code B drivers’ license is essential for this position and computer literacy will be an added advantage. The candidate must be able to perform weekend duties on a rotational basis.

Key responsibilities will involve:

• Operate and maintain construction machines and related power tools;
• Maintain structures in the garden;
• Maintain and develop hard landscapes in the garden;
• Assist in landscaping and other developments in the garden

SANBI offers an all-inclusive annual salary of R224 081.31

Please Note:

1) An application form must accompany the CV together with a letter motivating why the applicant should be favourably considered for  the position and confirming that the minimum qualifications are met (applicants lacking evidence of relevant experience will not be considered).

2) A skills test may be conducted as part of the selection process

3) Applicants must also provide the full names, telephone numbers and if possible e-mail addresses of at least three referees.

4) Failure to submit the requested information may result in your application not being considered.

Persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. SANBI reserves the right not to fill this position. All applications will be considered with the understanding that, in terms of the SANBI Employment Equity Plan, preference will currently be given to candidates from the designated groups.

Contact Mr. John Sihlangu on 012 843 5009 or, preferably, forward the completed application form, a cover letter, certified copies of qualifications, ID, drivers licence and concise CV via e-mail to recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za or fax 012 843 5222.  Postal applications are to be addressed to the Assistant Director: Human Resources, South African National Biodiversity Institute, Private Bag X101, Pretoria, 0001.

Please do not apply online for this position. Please send your application to: recruitmentpta@sanbi.org.za  

Candidates are expected to be available for selection interviews on a date and time as determined by SANBI. If no response has been received within 30 days of the closing date, candidates may consider that their applications are unsuccessful.