General Worker: Sports Ground Vacancy at University of the Free State (Qwaqwa Campus) – Apply Before 18 February 2026

General Worker: Sports Ground Vacancy at University of the Free State (Qwaqwa Campus) – Apply Before 18 February 2026

The University of the Free State (UFS) is inviting applications for a Permanent General Worker: Sports Ground (Post Level 18) position at its Qwaqwa Campus. This opportunity is ideal for candidates with gardening and grounds maintenance experience who are looking for stable employment within a reputable South African university.

???? Location: Qwaqwa Campus, Free State
???? Closing Date: 18 February 2026
???? Job Type: Permanent
???? Salary: R179,773.45 – R212,608.62 per annum (plus benefits)
???? Job ID: 6358

Minimum Requirements

To qualify, applicants must meet the following inherent requirements:

• Grade 10 (NQF Level 2) – proof required
• Valid Code EB/B driver’s license – copy required
• Relevant experience related to sports ground maintenance and gardening duties

Added Advantage:

• At least 1 year of relevant experience
• Experience operating gardening equipment and machinery
• Knowledge of safety procedures

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for:

• Cleaning and maintaining assigned sports grounds
• Operating gardening equipment such as brush cutters, blowers, push mowers, and precision cutters
• Marking sports fields
• Irrigation maintenance
• Trimming trees, mowing lawns, and maintaining athletic fields
• Applying fertilizer and pesticides according to procedure
• Lifting and moving heavy equipment when required
• Operating a motor vehicle or tractor when necessary
• Following safety regulations and promoting workplace safety

Salary and Benefits

The annual salary package ranges from R179,773.45 to R212,608.62, depending on qualifications and experience.

Benefits (subject to conditions) include:

• Pension scheme
• Medical aid
• Group life insurance
• Housing allowance
• Leave and sick leave
• Service bonus
• Study benefits

Required Documents

Your application will be considered incomplete without:

• Detailed CV
• Copy of your ID (SA ID or passport for foreign nationals)
• Proof of Grade 10
• Copy of driver’s license
• Proof of employment (letter, contract, service certificate, or recent payslip – external applicants only)

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Important Notes

• Assumption of duty: 01 April 2026 or as soon as possible
• UFS is an Employment Equity designated employer
• Preference will be given to under-represented designated groups, including persons with disabilities
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
• If you do not hear back within six weeks after the closing date, consider your application unsuccessful

???? Enquiries:
051 401 2876
SeithlekoLP@ufs.ac.za
Recruit@ufs.ac.za

If you are experienced in sports ground maintenance and meet the requirements, this is your chance to secure a permanent position at one of South Africa’s leading universities.

Applications can be submitted in two ways:

Online Application