May 18, 2024

John Graham Primary School is seeking to fill the following WCED Contract positions:

1. General Foreman
2. General Assistant

Both appointments will be in a fixed-term contract for at least 6 months with the possibility of permanent appointment after an official recruitment and selection process.

The General Foreman post is available as from 1 December 2021 and the General Assistant post will be available as from 1 January 2022. The duties and requirements for the posts are detailed in the table below.

General Foreman

Primary Duties:

• Supervision and training
• Basic administration
• Stock control
• Ensure cleaning of school/institution
• Ensure gardening/maintenance of sports fields
• Ensure minor maintenance of school buildings
• Ensure safety and security of school premises
• Ensure support service for school extra-curricular activities/events etc.

Knowledge and Experience Required

• Electrical repairs
• Gardening equipment
• Plumbing
• Welding
• Carpentry/woodwork
• Basic safety precautions in handling hazardous material
• Maintenance of cleaning equipment

General Assistant

Primary Duties:

• Cleaning of school/institution
• Gardening/Maintaining sports fields
• Minor maintenance of school buildings
• Safety and security of school premises
• Support service for school extra-curricular activities/events etc.

Knowledge and Experience Required
• Repairs
• Gardening/equipment
• Plumbing
• Welding
• Carpentry/woodwork
• Basic vehicle maintenance
• Basic safety precautions in handling hazardous material/ liquids
• Maintenance / care of cleaning equipment

For both positions the successful candidates will have to be able to work in a team and communicate effectively in the school’s Language of Learning and Teaching (English).

Candidates with a valid Code E, EB or heavier Driver’s Licence will be given preference. A valid Professional Driver’s Permit as well as basic computer literacy will be advantageous.

Please submit a full CV with all supporting documents (ID, certificates, etc.) and at least two contactable references to recruitment@johngraham.co.za or drop it at the school in Milford Road, Plumstead by no later than 13h30 on Monday, 22 November 2021.

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