Gardener/ Painter/Conductor at German School Nairobi

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.