About the Role
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is seeking a dedicated Forestry Foreman for Greening and Livelihoods in Limpopo. This role plays a crucial part in enhancing the local environment and promoting sustainable livelihoods through effective forestry practices. You will be based in the heart of Limpopo, where your efforts will contribute significantly to community welfare and environmental conservation.
In this position, you will lead a team in executing production activities that align with operational plans. Your work will not only involve overseeing seed collection and plant maintenance but also ensuring the health and sustainability of our nurseries and plantations. The impact of your contributions will resonate throughout the community, fostering a greener future for all South Africans while creating job opportunities and supporting local livelihoods.
About the Department
The Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment is committed to protecting and enhancing South Africa’s natural resources. With a focus on sustainable development, this department is pivotal in fostering environmental stewardship and improving the quality of life for all citizens. By joining this team, you will be part of a mission that values ecological balance, community engagement, and the empowerment of individuals through education and training in environmental practices.
What You’ll Do
- Conduct production activities according to established operational plans.
- Allocate tasks to labourers based on the production schedule.
- Oversee the collection of seeds and ensure plant health by monitoring for pests and diseases.
- Mark areas for planting, transplanting, and pruning as required.
- Ensure proper tagging and counting of all plants in the nursery.
- Facilitate harvesting activities and prepare fire breaks to maintain safety.
- Maintain nursery, plantation, and woodlot health by controlling weeds.
- Provide general support functions, stocktaking, and public assistance in the nursery.
- Offer training and development to staff on essential horticultural practices.
- Coach team members on specific tasks including watering, pruning, and weeding.
What You’ll Need
- Minimum of Grade 11 (NQF level 3/4) or relevant equivalent qualification.
- Knowledge of plant propagation methods and general horticultural practices.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Good interpersonal skills and ability to solve problems effectively.
- Attention to detail and responsible work ethic.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Willingness to work long hours and deal with challenging situations.
How to Apply
Please forward your application, quoting the relevant reference number, to the link quoted in the specific advertisement below.
Requirements
Grade11 (NQF level 3/4) or relevant equivalent qualification.No experience required.
Knowledge of methods of propagation and plants.
Knowledge of record keeping.
Supervisory skills, Communication skills (written and verbal).
Interpersonal skills, problem solving skills, numerical skills, listening skills, responsible, conscientious, and attentive to details.
Ability to work with difficult people.
Ability to work long hours voluntarily.
Ability to work with limited supervision.
Job Duties
Conduct production activities in line with the operational plans.Allocate task to labourers as per production sheet.
Ensure that seeds collection and cutting from plants are done.
Check seedlings and plants for pests and diseases.
Marking for the pitting, planting, transplanting and pruning.
Ensure that correct 24 seeds are sworn, name, tag and count all the plants.
Ensure harvesting activities and prepare fire breaks.
Oversee the maintenance of the nursery, plantation and woodlots: control weeds.
Render general support functions: conduct stocktaking, advise and assist the public in the nursery, plantation and woodlots.
Provide training and development to staff.
Provide on the training (e.
g.
watering plants, pruning, weeding).
Provide coaching to staff.
