GARDENER & SWIMMING POOL ATTENDANT
Q-Sourcing Limited trading as Q-Sourcing Servtec is a Manpower management solutions firm operating in the East African Region in the countries of Uganda, Kenya, Tanzania, Rwanda, and South Sudan.
Job Purpose
The Gardener & Pool Attendant will be responsible for maintaining the gardens, compound, swimming pool, and other outdoor areas of a private residence in a clean, safe, attractive, and well-maintained condition. The successful candidate should be reliable, hardworking, trustworthy, physically fit, and able to work independently while maintaining high standards.
Key Responsibilities
Gardening & Compound Maintenance
- Maintain lawns, gardens, flowers, plants, trees, and landscaped areas.
- Carry out regular watering, pruning, trimming, weeding, planting, and general garden maintenance.
- Keep the compound, pathways, driveway, and outdoor areas clean and tidy.
- Clear leaves, grass, litter, and other debris from the compound.
- Identify and report pests, damaged plants, or other gardening concerns.
- Ensure gardening tools and equipment are properly used, cleaned, and stored.
- Assist with planting, landscaping, and improvement of outdoor areas as required.
Swimming Pool Maintenance
- Clean and maintain the swimming pool regularly to ensure it remains clean and presentable.
- Skim the pool surface and remove leaves, dirt, and other debris.
- Brush and vacuum the pool as required.
- Clean and maintain the pool deck and surrounding areas.
- Monitor the pool’s cleanliness and water levels and report any concerns.
- Carry out basic pool maintenance and cleaning procedures as required.
- Safely handle and store pool-cleaning chemicals and equipment.
- Report any leaks, damaged equipment, or other pool-related maintenance issues.
General Duties
- Maintain outdoor furniture and poolside areas in a clean and orderly condition.
- Assist with cleaning and preparing outdoor areas before and after gatherings or events.
- Support with minor outdoor maintenance tasks where required.
- Maintain proper care and storage of all tools, equipment, and supplies.
- Follow health, safety, and hygiene procedures at all times.
- Respect the privacy, property, and confidentiality of the household.
- Perform any other reasonable duties assigned by the Private Client or House Manager.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience
- Previous experience as a Gardener, Pool Attendant, Groundskeeper, or in a similar role is preferred.
- Practical experience in gardening and compound maintenance.
- Previous experience cleaning or maintaining swimming pools is an advantage.
- Knowledge of basic gardening tools and equipment.
- Basic knowledge of swimming-pool maintenance and chemical handling.
- Physically fit and able to perform outdoor and manual work.
- Good attention to detail and ability to maintain high standards of cleanliness.
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
- Good communication skills.
Key Competencies
- Reliability and punctuality
- Honesty and integrity
- Hardworking and responsible
- Attention to detail
- Good personal hygiene and presentation
- Ability to follow instructions
- Initiative and independence
- Good work ethic
- Respect for privacy and confidentiality
- Careful handling of property and equipment
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate should be a dependable and hardworking individual who takes pride in maintaining gardens and outdoor spaces. They should have a keen eye for cleanliness and presentation, be comfortable working around a swimming pool, and demonstrate maturity, discretion, and respect when working within a private household.
Note
The deadline for applications is not later than 08:00 am Saturday 12th September , 2026
Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.