Departmental Assistant P000649
Position summary
Introduction
Job description
Laboratory Work and Cleaning
· Washing glassware.
· Supplying distilled water to various Laboratories.
· Removal of Biohazard Waste.
· Cleaning of Fridges & Freezers & Temperature monitoring.
· Inventory management & placing orders for various waste containers to Senior Admin.
· Inventory management & placing orders for various cleaning materials to Senior Admin.
· Cleaning laboratories, storerooms & practical labs.
· Removing empty glass bottles from laboratories & discard.
Messenger Work
· Always be available for urgent messenger work.
· Collecting courier packages & mail.
· Delivery of parcels to relevant persons & laboratories.
· Collection of orders from various NWU on-campus stores.
· Receiving parcels.
Health and Safety
· Filling in weekly checklists.
· Reporting any issues.
· Maintenance of First Aid Kits.
· Attend First Aid & other Safety Courses.
· Occupational Health and Safety Officer duties.
· Assistance with Fire Drills.
Relief services
· Providing relief services for Departmental Assistant.
Supervisory duties
· Overseeing of cleaners.
Administration
· Emails, filing, and record keeping.
Ad-Hoc
· Ad hoc tasks as required.
Minimum requirements
· A valid driver’s licence.
· A minimum of 1 year experience of chemical handling.
· A minimum of 1 year experience in a supervisory position.
· A minimum of 1 year health & safety experience.
· A minimum of 1 year administration experience.
ADDED ADVANTAGES:
· Grade 12 (NQF level 4).
· Own transport.
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
· Computer literate (MS Word, Excel, email, internet) with accurate typing skills.
· Excellent reading and writing skills in multilingual languages.
· Performing any other duties as requested by Line manager (Ad-Hoc).
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
· Solid organizational skills.
· Excellent time management skills.
· Punctual, on-time completion of set tasks imperative.
· Physical agility – physically fit and able to perform required physical tasks.
· Able to work in a team and as an individual.
· A proactive approach, ability to self-identify tasks that need completion.
· Excellent communication 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: Ms Ronelle Naude 189 299 2314
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Tirhani Baloyi: 018 299 4935
CLOSING DATE: 08 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.
