- Job Type Full Time
- Qualification BA/BSc/HND , Vocational
- Experience 3 years
- Location Nairobi
- Job Field Janitorial Services 
Gardener/ Painter/Conductor at German School Nairobi
Gardener/ Painter/Conductor
To support the maintenance and enhancement of the school’s environment through skilled gardening and painting work, while also offering transport assistance as a school bus conductor and contributing to event support activities under the Facility Manager’s direction.
Key Responsibilities
- Painting Duties
- Perform professional interior and exterior painting on surfaces like wood, plaster, drywall, steel, and brick.
- Patch, prime, and finish painted areas in classrooms, offices, walls, furniture, and fixtures.
- Prepare work areas properly, including moving furniture or covering items to prevent paint damage.
- Restore all painting sites to their original condition upon completion.
- Assist with cost estimation and accurate paint/material usage records.
- Maintain painting tools and recommend replacements when necessary.
- Gardening Duties
- Flowerbeds & General Areas
- Prune, weed, water, and fertilize flowerbeds, hedges, trees, and shrubs.
- Renovate and reorganize garden layouts using existing or new plant material.
- Apply organic herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers responsibly to control pests and promote healthy plant growth.
- Collect dry twigs and maintain safe, clean walkways.
- Lawn Care
- Mow lawns regularly and trim edges to maintain a neat appearance.
- Water and topdress lawns with a mixture of red soil, fertilizer, and manure annually.
- Replant patchy or bare areas and ensure proper watering and pest control.
- Weed lawns to ensure healthy turf growth
- General Compound Work
- Sweep driveways, parking lots, and common outdoor areas.
- Collect garden trash and debris for proper disposal.
- Wear protective gear and adhere to all school safety and hygiene standards.
- Conductor / Transport Support Duties
- Ensure Kindergarten children board the correct bus and are safely handed over to parents/guardians.
- Ensure all students wear seatbelts and remain seated during transportation.
- Maintain discipline and passenger safety on school buses.
- Report misconduct or any concerning behavior to the Transport Manager.
- Encourage cleanliness on buses by discouraging littering.
- Support the Transport Manager and drivers during school trips or event-related movements.
- Event and Operational Support
- Assist with physical setup and takedown for school events, functions, or community activities.
- Provide logistical support for deliveries, outdoor events, and after-hours duties as required.
- Work in a role that combines creativity, hands-on service, and community impact.
Qualifications, skills and expectations:
- Certificate or vocational training in painting, horticulture, or facilities management.
- At least 3 years of experience in both painting and gardening roles.
- Experience in child-safety handling or transport support is an added advantage.
- Skilled in tool use, landscaping machinery, and safe chemical application.
- Reliable, trustworthy, and proactive work ethic.
- Physically fit and capable of multitasking across departments.
- Excellent communication in English and Kiswahili.
- Must be flexible, collaborative, and service-oriented.
Method of Application
Interested candidates should send their full application (CV, cover letter, and references) with the subject line “Head of Extracurricular Activities” via email to: applications@germanschool.co.ke and verwaltungsleitung@germanschool.co.ke for the Head of Extra Curricular Activities applications only by 4th July 2025. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
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