Operational Manager:(Sports Field Management) at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Manage and maintain high profile sports fields including synthetic and natural turf;
• Manage new and existing hard and soft landscapes including irrigation, paving and gardens;
• Compile contracts and tenders;
• Manage new projects and project upgrades;
• Manage Statutory Compliance and Occupational Health and Safety;
• Oversee specialized equipment and machinery;
• Oversee compost and mulch facility;
• Staff management (Human Resources);
• Client services;
• Manage the landscape activities and developments that are beneficial to the University in all aspects of sports activities relevant to this institution.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor /B Tech Degree in Horticulture or any related qualification with 4 years proven experience ;
• Proven experience in :
• Financial Management;
• Procurement;
• Logistical Management;
• Experience in Horticulture and TurfGrass  Management;
• Human Resources Management.

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):

Knowledge of Soil science;

• Basic knowledge of electrical system;
• Basic knowledge of plumbing system;
• Technical knowledge of equipment; 
• Basic knowledge of horticultural chemicals;
• Computer literate and data analysis knowledge;
• Ability to accomplish tasks and processes accurately and completely;
• Ability to convey information clearly and concisely;
• Ability to use appropriate interpersonal skills and methods to reduce tension and resolve conflict;
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with others in order to encourage and support communication and teamwork;
• Ability to develop plans to accomplish work operations and objectives;
• Ability to explore alternative and positions to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties;
• Ability to be relied upon to ensure that projects within areas of responsibility are completed in a timely manner.