PRINCIPLE TECHNICIAN_P000633 and P001666
Listing reference: nwu_000630
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 16 April 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: University and Academy
Location: North West
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines
About our company
NWU
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY/ DIVISION: FACULTY OF NATURAL AND AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES – INSTRUMENT MAKERS
POSITION NUMBER: P000633 and P001666
VACANCY: PRINCIPLE TECHNICIAN
PEROMNES GRADE: P9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The purpose of the position is to provide specialist academic and support service, design, manufacture and repair scientific and educational instruments and apparatus of the University
Job description
· Responsible for the manufacturing and repairing of equipment that is needed by personnel and research entities/department
· Redesign and manufacturing to update and adapt equipment to better suit changing requirements of researchers and educators
· NWU Neutron Monitor station maintenance and data capturing
· Responsible for, through consultation, designing and drawing of equipment to enable the accurate and repetitive manufacture of equipment.
· Design new version of Neutron Monitor.
· Development of new experimental projects within the CSR (Centre for Space Research)
· Responsible for proper use and care of machines, materials and equipment in the workshop.
· Responsible for keeping accurate time sheets and job cards to enable management to keep track of all costs and time spend on each project
· Responsible for the adherence of Occupational Health and Safety requirements
· Provide practical assistance to the lecturer during Physics students practical sessions
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Good organisational skills
· Excellent problem solving skills
· Ability to design and manufacture advanced electronic systems
· Advanced soldering techniques.
· CAD experience, specifically PC board design.
· Advanced hand skills
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Ability to prioritise all ongoing tasks
· Time management skills
· Excellent time management skills.
· Ability to work effectively individually and as a team
· Self-motivated with excellent self-discipline, drive to succeed.
· Must be immaculate and deliver excellent service to clients
· Excellent interpersonal skills
· Be creative.
Minimum requirements
· National Diploma or N6 in Electronic and Mechanical Engineering
· 5 years’ experience in designing and manufacturing electronic equipment for research
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Thys Taljaard – 018 299 2200
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Mpumi Mqina – 018 285 2009
CLOSING DATE: 15 April 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: 01 May 2022 OR AS SOON AS AVAILABLE
Kindly take note: applications must be submitted online through the official nwu vacancy website.
Incomplete applications and those submitted through any other platform will not be considered.
The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.
The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.
