PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

To ensure the effective functioning of the chemistry storeroom (and other assigned duties) at the Potchefstroom Campus of the NWU.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1.      Storeroom management

2.      Support to academic laboratories.

3.      General office administration.

4.      Occupational Health and Safety.

5.      Personal development

• Grade 12 (NQF level 4)
• A minimum of 1 year experience in a chemistry-orientated laboratory environment.

RECOMMENDATIONS / ADDED ADVANTAGES:

• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a chemistry training laboratory.

KEY FUNCTIONAL / TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• A broad knowledge of chemicals and laboratory equipment.
• Solid computer literacy, including the use of Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, an email client and the Internet.
• Good knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety in the chemistry laboratory environment.
• Problem solving skills.
• Bilingual with good verbal and written communication skills.

KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Solid organisational skills.
• Pro-active approach, self-starter – be able to self-identify tasks that need completion.
• Punctual, on time completion of set tasks imperative.
• Own transport due to the nature of the work.
• Adaptability.
• Physical agility – physically fit and able to perform required physical tasks.
• Able to work under pressure.

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: Prof Cobus Kriek, Tel: 018 299 2345

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr Zenyo Seboko, Tel: 018 299 4951

CLOSING DATE: 01 September 2026

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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