Date: 07 Aug 2025

Position Available: Gardener

Department: Maintenance & Gardens

Reports to: Maintenance Manager / Property Manager

Position Summary:

The gardener is responsible for the general maintenance of the gardens, plants, and lawns at the Hotel. They are also expected to maintain the beautification of the lawns and gardens in order to attract guests to the hotel’s lush and green surroundings.

The Goal of a Lanzerac Gardener:

  • Ensure all external areas of the hotel are perfectly groomed.
  • Be familiar with all hotel services to respond to guest inquiries accurately.
  • Maintain complete knowledge of and comply with departmental policies, services, procedures, and standards.
  • Use the correct equipment for designated tasks.

Knowledge and Abilities:

  • Knowledge of equipment, materials, methods, practices, and tools used in the gardening trade
  • Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
  • Ability to work independently – self-motivated
  • Fit and capable of heavy work
  • Able to work in all weather conditions

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Soil cultivation, digging, forking, mulching, watering, raking, weeding, edging, pruning, seed sowing, bed preparation, and planting.
  • Use and maintenance of hand tools and basic light machinery.
  • Use of mowers, trimmers, and leaf blowers.
  • Report equipment malfunctions to Engineering as and when noticed.
  • Be aware of Health and Safety requirements; all duties must comply with current Health & Safety at Work legislation.
  • Ensure all equipment and machinery are stored securely and cleaned after use.
  • Plant and transplant flowers, shrubs, trees, and lawns.
  • Maintain gardens by naturally fertilizing, trimming, and ensuring plants receive adequate water.
  • Prune trees and hedges to maintain plant health, safety, and aesthetics.
  • Maintain lawns and grass areas using machinery and natural fertilizers (no chemicals).
  • Keep gardens, thoroughfares, and footpaths clear and free from litter at all times.
  • Pruning and cutting hedges.
  • Outside maintenance including pathways, pond, steps, walls, etc.
  • Tidy up and clean the exterior of the hotel building.
  • Keep the tool shed/store room clean and tidy.
  • Demonstrate good knowledge of plants; must be organised and able to follow a schedule.
  • Assist with all tasks delegated by managers.
  • Perform any other duties assigned.

Submit Applications to: cv@lanzerac.co.za