Introduction

At GWK we work daily to move the boundaries of agriculture, to help people discover new and better ways. We are pioneers in the agri- and food value chain, committed to shaping a sustainable business, driving growth and providing a better future for all stakeholders. We offer you the opportunity to establish yourself within a professional, corporate environment in the countryside.

Job Description

The general worker is responsible for the overall upkeep & maintenance of VKB's properties and garden in the Douglas offices. To ensure the offices and other venues are kept clean in order to create an orderly environment for staff and customers.

Requirements

• Grade 10 minimum 
• 1 - 2 years’ experience in a similar role
• The applicant should be in good physical condition as the position involves physical work and standing for extended periods.
• A willingness to work overtime, on weekends and holidays when required
  

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintaining, cleaning and sorting of the working areas.
• Maintenance of the garden at Head Office and training center
• Ensures that the workplace complies with the necessary workplace standards
• Ensures that the workplace continuously complies with safety regulations
• Undergo all training interventions, and successfully complete the training interventions
  
• Clean the offices once daily;
• Vacuum the offices weekly;
• Wash the windows monthly;
• Wash the carpets quarterly;
• Assist the mail room with preparation of mass mail for distribution purposes;
• Clean the boardrooms and other venues after meetings / functions;
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as and when required.
  

• Physical
• Independent
• Team player  
• Able to perform well under high pressure environment  
• Problem definition and analyses
• Written and Verbal Communication
• Personal Resilience
• Basic knowledge of electricity and other maintenance work
• Communication
• Reading
• Writing
  

Other Information

• The company can expire jobs at any time at their own discretion.
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• VKB Group is an equal opportunity employer. VKB Group’s approved Employment Equity Plan and Targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to VKB Group’s Employment Equity & Transformation Strategy. VKB Group actively supports the recruitment of People with Disabilities
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