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
Apply via the official UFS vacancy portal:
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How to Apply
⚠️ The system allows a maximum of eight attachments. Merge documents where possible.
2️⃣ Hard Copy Submission
Submit your application to:
University of the Free State – Qwaqwa Campus
Intsika Building, Human Resources Department
2nd Floor, Room 2026
Apply before 18 February 2026.
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