Details Regarding the Vacant Posts of Groundsman
Barbados Defence Force
1. Headquarters, Barbados Defence Force is inviting suitably qualified applicants for the post of Groundsman
2. The appointment of Groundsman is a post on the Civilian Establishment of the Barbados Defence Force. Among other qualities, confidentiality and trustworthiness shall be enduring character traits which the Groundsman must demonstrate at all times
3. Academic Qualifications. Applicants should possess:
a. Education. A Primary Education.
b. Experience. Not less than 3 years’ experience.
4. Duties and Responsibilities. The successful applicant will be expected to operate light/heavy duty equipment to effectively carry out their responsibilities as well as landscaping duties
5. Skills and Abilities. Applicants should possess:
a. Working knowledge of the use, operation, and maintenance of relevant equipment;
b. Communications skills;
c. Inter-personal skills;
d. Stress management skills;
e. Time management skills
6. Salary. The salary of the Groundsman is Category VIII i.e. $26,929.30 per annum
7. Appointment. The appointment is temporary and may become permanent after three years and is subject to termination by at least two weeks’ notice on either side.
8. Leave. Leave is granted as follows:
a. Vacation Leave. The Groundsman is entitled to fifteen (15) working days’ vacation leave per annum with an increase after three years
RESTRICTED
b. Sick Leave. Fourteen (14) days sick leave is granted per year with an increase after three years.
10. Method of Selection. Applicants will be expected to attend an interview with a panel as selected by HQ BDF. Interested persons are invited to submit applications addressed to: Chief of Staff, Barbados Defence Force, St Ann’s Fort, Garrison, St Michael no later than 7 February 2025.
11. Assessment. Applicants will be assessed on the following:
a. Relevant qualifications and professional training;
b. Experience;
c. Performance at interview;
d. General suitability
12. Further particulars and a copy of the Terms of Reference for the post of Groundsman may be obtained from the Staff Officer Civilian, St Ann’s Fort, Garrison, St Michael. Only suitable applications will be acknowledged.