Artisan Electrical P003202/V002751

Listing reference: nwu_002459
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 11 March 2024
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Artisan
Location: Potchefstroom
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) DIVISION: FINANCE AND FACILITIES DEPARTMENT: ENGINEERING COMPLIANCE POSITION NUMBER: P003202/V002751 VACANCY: ARTISAN ELECTRICAL PEROMNES GRADE: 10 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT PURPOSE OF THE POSITION: To ensure that all electrical (MV and LV) equipment and machines, pertaining to Hostels and campus facilities are in safe working condition and maintained according to all regulations and statutory requirements.
Job description

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

 

General Maintenance and contractor management

·        Ensure all faulty equipment are repaired to SANS 10142 regulations. Use Planon to manage the Maintenance process.

·        Manage the emergency issues as well as the job cards issued to the contractor and certify completed work.

·        Ensure work are prioritized to ensure the NWU core functions.

·        Certify contractor invoices and verify all work are done according to regulations.

Preventative maintenance

·        Work according to preventative schedule and within budget, liaise with building representative and ensure compliance.

·        Ensure preventative work are done within budget and according to schedule.

Regular inspections on equipment

·        Inspect all work by artisan assistant and contractor.

·        Ensure compliance of all electrical equipment, as per the OHS act.

·        Record all inspection sheets and report any defect asap.

·        Ensure job cards are generated for all electrical defaults and follow up completion thereof.

Issue safe working permits and do risk assessments and OHS

·        Ensure all work are done according to regulations and safety requirements.

·        Issue permits and use lockout devices and ensure safe work procedures are in place.

·        Inform management to assist with permits and lockout procedures.

·        Report all issues urgently.

Manage artisan Assistants

·        Influence, assist and lead Artisans to ensure all work are done according to the regulations.

·        Follow up on completed work and give guidance where needed.

·        Ensure training is provided to Artisan Assistant.

Communicate to technician regarding maintenance

·        Regularly update users regarding maintenance work, progress status and schedules.

·        Manage maintenance work and complete job card as per job card system.

·        Give feedback to users and ensure compliance.

·        Update an inform assistants as per requirements

Standby and standby generators

·        React in the event of major failure, test standby units and fill in log books, ensure emergency power and communicate assist where needed to restore power.

·        Be part of the standby personnel.

 

Minimum requirements

·        An Electrical Trade Certificate (Red Seal).

·        A minimum of 3 years’ technical experience related to field of expertise.

 

ADDED ADVANTAGES:

·        A National Diploma (NQF Level 6) in Electricity.

·        Wireman’s licence (Dept of Labour).

·        Membership with NBCEI.

 

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

 

·        Good communication skills and fault reporting.

·        Ability to work according to planning schedules with measurable intermediate goals.

·        Computer Literacy to work with electronic job cards.

·        Advanced knowledge of infrastructure processes.

·        Ability to function under pressure and make decisions according to regulations.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

 

·        Able to operate with minimum supervision.

·        Pro-active and innovative problem-solver.

·        Enthusiastic team player with positive social and interpersonal skills.

 

REMUNERATION:

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:                     H Esterhuizen 018 299 2746

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Akhona Maqungo: 018 299 2624

CLOSING DATE:                                                                                                          11 March 2024

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.

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