Project Manager P001613
Listing reference: nwu_001737
Listing status: Under Review
Apply by: 31 August 2023
Position summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Electrical Engineering
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.
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING
SCHOOL: ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
POSITION NUMBER: P001613
VACANCY: PROJECT MANAGER
PEROMNES GRADE: P7
EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT
PREVIOUS APPLICATIONS WILL BE CONSIDERED
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
Ensuring the availability of the Electrical, Electromechanical, and fabrication workspaces that service various programmes and modules within the School and the Faculty. This will include direct involvement in setting up of laboratory practicals, student support in terms of projects, management of staff within the laboratory environment, mentoring of junior staff and students, and the management of ad hoc projects such as refurbishment or capacity extension.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Laboratory availability – New developments as well as maintenance of existing equipment.
- Facilitate and assist lecturers with the preparation and execution of practical assignments associated with the Electrical modules.
- Consult and mentor students with respect to their projects.
- Ensuring occupational safety for everybody in the workshop.
- Managing of infrastructure projects.
Minimum requirements
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- A National Diploma – T3 / S4 in Electrical (NQF 6).
- A minimum of 8 years of experience in Electrical projects (new installations, upgrades and maintenance).
- A minimum of 5 years’ experience in training people (one-on-one mentoring).
- A minimum of 3 years’ experience as a Team Leader and Project Manager (infrastructure and capital).
ADDED ADVANTAGE:
- Certified electrician or master electrician of installation.
FUNCTIONAL/TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES (KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS):
- Electrical installations.
- Software skilled; capable in e.g. MS Word, Excel, Outlook, MS Project.
- Discipline specific software e.g. AutoCAD, SOLIDWORKS, MicroStation.
- Knowledge of manufacturing techniques e.g. 3D printing, Laser cutting, CNC milling - desirable.
BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
- Work accurately, quickly, safely and neatly.
- Apply good time management.
- Function autonomously and effectively as part of a team
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 George Van Schoor on 018 299 1962
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms. Melissa Freeman on 018 299 4811
CLOSING DATE: 31 August 2023
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.
