Technical Assistant III: Laboratory (P11) (Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment: Mechanical Engineering Science) (Re-advert)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, guided by its bold UJ Strategy 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future".
Job description
“Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
Job Description:
A Technical Assistant is required for the Department of Mechanical Engineering Science to prepare, and conduct laboratory sessions in collaboration with the Lecturers, as well as managing laboratory equipment, and monitoring and resolving laboratory matters.
Responsibilities:
- Preparing lab equipment and test labs for upcoming experiments.
- Conducting practical sessions with students and liaising with Lecturers.
- Managing, evaluating and reporting lab technical matters.
- Maintaining inventory, and quality checks.
- Client liaison, and purchase orders.
- Ensuring the cleanliness of labs and lab equipment.
- Enforcing safety and lab procedures.
Minimum requirements
- A Diploma (NQF 6) in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field.
- A minimum of three (3) years’ technical experience (in a tertiary institution will be an advantage).
- A proven track record of technical ability, and trouble shooting in a laboratory environment.
- Evidence of working with different industrial engineering lab equipment, and software packages.
- Knowledge and experience of PLC programming, robotics, and automation technologies.
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
- Good communication and teamwork suitable for academic environment.
- Report writing and analytical skills.
- Maintenance, and calibration of equipment in laboratories.
- Industrial experience in Mechanical Engineering would be advantageous.
- Supportive of academic culture, excellence, and research support.
- Good technical aptitude, with experience in project work.
- Data analytics experience.
- Willingness to pursue further studies and register with relevant professional councils e.g. ECSA.
Your application, comprising of a detailed Curriculum Vitae as well as the names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date of the advertised post. Please also attach the following: a copy of your highest academic qualification, proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to and if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/ or a portfolio of your creative output.
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Candidates may be subjected to appropriate psychometric testing and other selection instruments.
In conjunction to merit on the basis of qualifications, experience and proven achievements the University of Johannesburg is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and those individuals from the historically disadvantaged groups. As necessitated by operational requirements the University reserves the right not to make an appointment to positions advertised. If you have not received a response from the University within 8 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that your application has been unsuccessful.
Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act 2021 (Act 13 of 2021), to assess all prospective employees (including applicants) against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may have an impact upon possible employment with the University.
