Deputy Director: Parks, Horticulture And Cemetery Services Jobs

Deputy Director: Parks, Horticulture & Cemetery Services

City of Tshwane Municipality | Gauteng, Pretoria

Position Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 8+ years
Education: National Diploma/Degree in Horticulture
Industry: Agriculture & Project Management

About Us:

City of Tshwane is a Category A Grade 6 urban municipality established under South Africa’s Municipal Structures Act. We deliver essential services to communities through integrated urban management.

Key Responsibilities:

– Lead regional parks, horticulture and cemetery operations
– Manage maintenance of public spaces including traffic islands, sports facilities, and nature reserves
– Oversee compliance with environmental protection regulations (NEMA Act 57 of 2003)
– Direct teams in urban forestry operations and biodiversity conservation
– Control regional budget and resource allocation
– Implement occupational health & safety standards

Requirements:

– Valid Code B driver’s license
– 8+ years horticultural/environmental management experience
– Proficiency in project management and public space maintenance
– Strong leadership and budgeting skills
– Computer literacy (MS Office Suite)
– Clear criminal record verification required

Preferred Skills:

– Strategic planning capabilities
– Effective communication & stakeholder engagement
– Problem-solving in urban environmental management
– Knowledge of municipal service delivery frameworks

Application Process:

Submit applications through City of Tshwane’s official recruitment portal by 2 September 2025.

Note: The City of Tshwane does not charge fees for recruitment processes. Official applications only accepted through authorized channels.