Grounds Man job at Mandela National Stadium Limited

Job Purpose

To maintain the stadium grounds, including lawns, gardens and landscaping, to ensure a clean, safe and visually appealing environment for stadium users, sporting activities and events.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Cut grass, trim hedges and maintain flower beds and trees across the stadium grounds.
• Plant and water grass, flowers and other vegetation as required to maintain healthy and attractive grounds.
• Remove weeds, litter and debris from lawns, walkways and other outdoor spaces to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Prepare and maintain playing fields and outdoor sports areas in line with operational requirements.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides as directed to support healthy plant and turf growth.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment and tools safely and responsibly.
• Report any damage, defects or hazards identified on the grounds to the Supervisor Grounds for timely action.

Minimum Academic Qualification

• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or equivalent.

Required Experience

• Minimum one (1) year relevant working experience at a similar level in a reputable organisation.

Technical Knowledge and Practical Capability

• Knowledge of grounds and landscaping maintenance, including routine care of lawns, gardens and outdoor spaces.
• Ability to safely use ground maintenance tools and equipment required for mowing, trimming, planting and general field maintenance.
• Basic knowledge of plant and turf care, including watering, fertilization and general vegetation maintenance.
• Knowledge of field and garden preparation techniques, including preparation and maintenance of playing fields and landscaped areas.

Physical and Behavioural Requirements

• Physical stamina and strength to undertake outdoor grounds maintenance duties.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail when maintaining grounds, identifying hazards and caring for playing surfaces.
• Good time management to complete routine maintenance activities within required schedules.
• Integrity and accountability in the use of tools, equipment and assigned resources

Competency Profile

Technical Competencies

• Grounds and Landscaping Maintenance
• Safe Use of Tools and Equipment
• Basic Knowledge of Plant and Turf Care
• Field and Garden Preparation Techniques

Behavioural Competencies

• Physical Stamina and Strength
• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Integrity and Accountability

• Cut grass, trim hedges and maintain flower beds and trees across the stadium grounds.
• Plant and water grass, flowers and other vegetation as required to maintain healthy and attractive grounds.
• Remove weeds, litter and debris from lawns, walkways and other outdoor spaces to maintain cleanliness and safety.
• Prepare and maintain playing fields and outdoor sports areas in line with operational requirements.
• Apply fertilizers and pesticides as directed to support healthy plant and turf growth.
• Operate and maintain grounds maintenance equipment and tools safely and responsibly.
• Report any damage, defects or hazards identified on the grounds to the Supervisor Grounds for timely action.

• Grounds and Landscaping Maintenance
• Safe Use of Tools and Equipment
• Basic Knowledge of Plant and Turf Care
• Field and Garden Preparation Techniques
• Physical Stamina and Strength
• Teamwork
• Attention to Detail
• Time Management
• Integrity and Accountability

• Uganda Certificate of Education (UCE) or equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year relevant working experience at a similar level in a reputable organisation.