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UP Professional and Support

DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

SENIOR ASSISTANT DIRECTOR (LANDSCAPING & SPORTS FIELD MANAGEMENT)

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 5

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

The incumbent will be responsible for providing sustainability insights and recommendations for the institutional landscape strategy and evaluations at the University of Pretoria. This involves overseeing the management of the entire landscape infrastructure, including landscape consultants, across all campuses. Key responsibilities include planning and overseeing the construction of new landscapes, planning and supervising upgrades to existing landscapes, and developing and implementing maintenance solutions.

1. A 4-year Honours Degree in Horticulture or a related field.
2. Minimum 6 years of proven experience in:
1. Senior operational management position (of which 2 years in management);
2. Project management;
3. Managing gardening and associated maintenance and development contracts;
4. Turf grass and sports fields’ management.
3. Valid driver’s license.

1. Knowledge of Project Management, Landscape Planning and Landscape Maintenance;
2. Knowledge of and ability to use effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions and/or reaching conclusions;
3. The ability to identify customer needs and remain customer focused;
4. Ability to explore alternatives and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties;
5. Strategic planning knowledge;
6. Ability to convey information clearly and concisely;
7. Ability to identify problems, determine possible solutions, and actively work to resolve the issues;
8. Ability to develop plans to accomplish work operations and objectives;
9. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork;
10. Computer literacy.

1. 6 years of experience in an institute of higher education;
2. Certificate in Sports Fields Management;
3. Certificate in Project Management;
4. Certificate in Environmental Law for Environmental Managers.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za, and follow the link: Careers@UP. In applying for this post, please attach:

1. A comprehensive CV;
2. Certified copies of qualifications;
3. Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 12 March 2025.

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Mr. Garfield Theunis, Tel: (012) 420 3573 (Job related enquiries);
Ms. Alinah Molebatsi, Tel: (012) 420 2340 (Remuneration and benefits).

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 May 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, and credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.