Groundman – Malawi Against Physical Disabilities

in Hospitality and Tourism
Full Time
Blantyre
February 12, 2025
Application deadline closed.

Job Description

Malawi Against Physical Disabilities is a government sub-vented organization which provides free medical rehabilitation services to persons with disabilities in Malawi through physiotherapy, occupational therapy, nursing, provision of assistive devices and many more. We run outreach programs through regional offices in Blantyre, Zomba, Lilongwe and Rumphi. We also run the Kachere Rehabilitation Centre situated in Blantyre, which is the only referral facility for persons with disabilities in the country. We also produce assistive devices in workshops placed in the regional offices.

With support from the Malawi Government, through the Ministry of Health, we are looking for suitably qualified candidates to work in various professions to fill in permanent vacant positions and help us achieve our goals and objectives in fulfilling our mandate. The positions are as follows:

GROUNDMAN 1 POSITION TENABLE AT MAP HEAD OFFICE

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Perform regular maintenance tasks such as mowing lawns, pruning trees and shrubs, and watering plants
  • Inspect the grounds regularly for potential safety hazards and perform necessary repairs or improvements
  • Operate and maintain grounds-keeping equipment, including mowers, and pruning tools
  • Carry out minor repairs and maintenance procedures on equipment utilized in grounds-keeping
  • Assist in landscaping designs and installation of new features such as flower beds, rock gardens or water features
  • Handle trash removal and external maintenance duties
  • Work closely with other maintenance staff or contractors to ensure the overall cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of the grounds

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Must have an MSCE.
  • Proven experience as a Groundman or similar role
  • Knowledge of horticulture and landscaping
  • Ability to operate and maintain gardening equipment and tools
  • Physical stamina and dexterity.

MODE OF APPLICATION

Interested candidates should apply through email to

vacancy@mapmw.org or to

The General Manager

MAP

PO. Box 256

Blantyre.

By physically submitting a copy of the application pack at Kachere Rehabilitation Centre near Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Application to reach MAP Head office by 20th February 2025

Please enclose three traceable referees and your updated curriculum vitae.

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