Principal Technician P003099
Listing reference: nwu_000677
Listing status: Closed
Apply by: 7 May 2022
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Parts Management
Location: Potchefstroom
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 ENGINEERING
POSITION NUMBER: P003099
VACANCY: PRINCIPAL TECHNICIAN
PEROMNES GRADE: P9
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
To assist the laboratory manager in manufacturing and commissioning of student and laboratory projects
JOB DESCRIPTION
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Operation of machines to do drilling, machining, forming and shaping of metal, wood and plastic
2. Maintenance of laboratory machinery.
3. Consult, plan, assist and manufacture pre- and postgraduate student projects.
4. Installing and commissioning upgrades to workbenches.
5. Ensuring occupational safety for everybody in the workshop.
Minimum requirements
- N3 Boiler maker, Millwright or Fitter and turner is essential
- Three (3) years Boiler maker, Millwright or Fitter and turner experience is essential
- One (1) year experience in training of people is desirable
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Work accurately, quickly, safely, and neatly.
- Apply good time management.
- Function autonomously and effectively as part of a team.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
- Machining and forming materials like metal, wood, and plastic.
- Fitting, milling, turning, thread cutting, welding, and soldering
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Prof G van Schoor 018 299 1962
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Fadilha Minty on 018 299 4993
CLOSING DATE: 06 May 2022
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible
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.
