Department of Defence Groundsman Vacancies: ABET Applicants Can Apply at SA Navy
Department of Defence Groundsman Vacancies
The Department of Defence is inviting applications for Groundsman vacancies within the South African Navy. These posts are suitable for applicants with a minimum ABET qualification, and no previous work experience is required.
The available Groundsman positions are based at Naval Base Durban and SAS Saldanha. Successful candidates will be responsible for maintaining outdoor areas, gardens, lawns, groundskeeping equipment and assisting with preparations for official functions and parades.
Job Overview
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Department | Department of Defence |
| Position | Groundsman |
| Salary | R144 024 – R169 656 per annum |
| Salary Level | Level 02 |
| Closing Date | 17 July 2026 |
| Minimum Requirement | ABET qualification |
| Experience | No experience required |
Groundsman Vacancies at Naval Base Durban
Reference Number: NAVAL/20/23/26/35
Number of Posts: 3
Centre: Naval Base Durban
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum
Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum ABET qualification. No experience is required for this post.
Exposure to a gardening environment will be an added advantage. Applicants should have the ability to communicate verbally in English and must have basic knowledge of health and safety requirements.
Candidates must also have physical strength to move materials and equipment. Knowledge of plants, garden equipment and basic gardening skills will be beneficial. The successful candidate must be able to work in a team, prioritise tasks and organise daily work properly.
Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to maintain cleanliness of outside terrains and prepare soil for planting. Duties will include maintaining trees, flowers, shrubs and grass in gardens, removing alien vegetation, planting flowers, trees and shrubs, and watering lawns, landscapes and gardens.
The role also includes monitoring plant health, maintaining sidewalks, parking lots, fountains, fences, planters and benches, removing refuse, practising pest control and assisting with the preparation of grounds for functions and parades.
Candidates may also be required to handle and maintain basic light machinery and tools such as rotary mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, lawnmowers, pole pruners and hand tools. Equipment must be checked for serviceability.
Enquiries
Cdr E.J. Molema
Tel: 031 460 6150
How to Apply for Naval Base Durban
Applications must be sent to:
Cdr S.K. Sibiya
SA Navy, Naval Base Durban
Private Bag X1
Durban
4036
Applications may also be hand delivered to:
Naval Base Durban
Salisbury Island
Off Bay Head Road
Fynlands
Durban
Email applications can be sent to:
Groundsman Vacancy at SAS Saldanha
Reference Number: NAVAL/20/23/26/36
Centre: Naval Base Simon’s Town: SAS Saldanha, Saldanha Military Base, Saldanha
Salary: R144 024 – R169 656 per annum
Requirements
Applicants must have a minimum ABET qualification. No experience is required.
Exposure to gardening will be an advantage. Applicants must be able to communicate verbally in English and should have basic knowledge of health and safety. The position also requires physical strength to move materials and equipment.
Candidates should have sound knowledge of plants and garden equipment, basic gardening skills and the ability to work well in a team. The ability to handle hand tools is also important.
Duties
The appointed candidate will maintain cleanliness of outside terrains, prepare soil for planting and maintain trees, flowers, shrubs and grass in gardens. The duties also include removing alien vegetation, planting flowers, trees and shrubs, watering lawns and gardens, and monitoring plant health.
The Groundsman will also ensure proper upkeep of sidewalks, parking lots, fountains, fences, planters and benches. Other duties include removing refuse, practising pest control and assisting with preparations for functions and parades.
The candidate will also handle and maintain basic light machinery and tools, including rotary mowers, trimmers, leaf blowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, lawnmowers, pole pruners and hand tools. Equipment and machinery must be checked for serviceability, and defects must be reported.
Enquiries
WO1 S. Mdawe
Tel: 022 702 3630
How to Apply for SAS Saldanha
Applications must be sent to:
Mr J. Stander
SA Navy
Private Bag X1
Simon’s Town
7995
Applications may also be hand delivered to:
Fleet Command HQ
Building 1097
East Dockyard
St George’s Street
Simon’s Town
Email applications can be sent to:
Closing Date
The closing date for applications is 17 July 2026. Applicants are encouraged to apply before the deadline and ensure that they use the correct reference number for the centre they are applying for.
