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JOB TITLE: Handy Man (1 vacancy) SALARY RANGE : $18,647.00 - $25,078.00 per week JOB GRADE: LMO/TS 2 REPORTS TO: The House Supervisor JOB PURPOSE Under the supervision of the House Supervisor, the Handy Man is responsible for carrying out a range of general maintenance duties on the Main and adjacent buildings to include sweeping and cleaning of general areas on the House and in the Residence; cleaning of windows, roof, and walls and moving items of furniture and fixtures.
This role requires the operation of a range of tools and equipment. The incumbent also provides support for disaster and emergency management activities. MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Completion of secondary level education, AND Certificate in General Maintenance, AND Experience operating a range of tools and equipment.
At least two (2) years’ experience working in a similar capacity. JOB TITLE: Grounds Man (12 vacancies) SALARY RANGE: $18,647.00 - $25,078.00 per week JOB GRADE: LMO/TS 2 JOB PURPOSE Under the supervision of the Landscape/Grounds Supervisor, the Grounds Man is responsible for landscaping and maintaining the King’s House grounds to provide a pleasing backdrop for State, National and Civic ceremonies, Meetings, Visits, Tours and other events and activities undertaken by the Office.
The areas include the outer and inner entrance ways to King’s House, inner roadways, Teardrop Garden, The Governor-General’s Garden, Ceremonial Garden, Hardwood Garden, Banyan Lawn, Ceremonial Lawn, West Lawn, Office areas and adjoining Car Parks, and East Pastures. The Grounds Man assists with the assigned preparation required for special events and functions at King’s House.
The incumbent is expected to be consistent in projecting a professional image as well as upholding high standards of service delivery. MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Certificate in horticulture, landscaping, agriculture or related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution. Certification by HEART/NTA desirable.
At least two (2) years related experience in a comparable setting. Experience in operating landscaping tools and equipment JOB TITLE: Farmer/Grounds Man (2 vacancies) JOB GRADE: LMO/TS 2 SALARY RANGE : $18,647.00 - $25,078.00 per week JOB PURPOSE Under the supervision of the Farm Manager, the Grounds Man/Farm is responsible for ensuring that all assigned areas of the farm at King’s House are maintained to the highest standards.
The Grounds Man/Farm is responsible for handling a variety of tasks involved in farming operation such as growing and harvesting grains, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and other crops. He or she plants, seeds, prunes, irrigates, harvests, packs and loads crops for disbursement and/or sale. This role requires technical knowledge of agricultural production; crop rotation; harvesting procedures; food quality standards; and the operation of farming tools and equipment.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Certificate in General Agriculture, Horticulture and Turf Management or related discipline from a recognized tertiary institution. Certification by HEART/NTA is desirable. At least two (2) years related working experience in a comparable setting. Experience operating agricultural tools and equipment.
JOB TITLE: Cleaner/Office Attendant (2 vacancies) JOB GRADE: LMO/TS 2 SALARY RANGE : $18,647.00 - $25,078.00 per week JOB PURPOSE Under the supervision of the House Supervisor, the Cleaner/Office Attendant provides high quality cleaning service. The incumbent is responsible for maintaining the cleanliness of the General Administration Building and the Staff Canteen of the Office of His Excellency The Governor-General and Staff (“ the Office” ).
The incumbent projects a professional and upholds the Office’s high standards of service delivery, which is considered vital and deserving to visitors, stakeholders and Staff. This person will clean offices, restrooms, corridors, stairways, offices, and the dining area and kitchen of the Staff Canteen. This position involves constant customer interaction.
MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Secondary School education. Valid, current Food Handlers’ Permit. Experience in a service environment is preferred, but not required.
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