Semi Skilled: Painter (P14) (Facilities Management: Maintenance Services) (Re-advert)
Position Summary
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Principal and Vice-Chancellor's vision of "Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) within the context of the changing social, political and economic fortunes of Africa."
Job description
- Preparation and Painting to University Buildings & Facilities
- Preparation and Repairs and maintenance of Painting to University Buildings and/or Facilities
- Identifies sources of painting deterioration and complete repairs according to the job cards
- Selection and specification of materials and materials estimates.
- Maintains accurate records on materials and labour used
- Maintains inventory of tools. equipment, and materials
- Inspects jobs upon completion and ensure areas are kept clean at all times
- Works with supervisors to complete projects at hand.
- Identify need for repairs & maintenance to facilities following established inspection procedures.
- Timeously responds to emergency calls as needed.
- Performs preventative maintenance on tools and equipment.
- Carry out work and operates tools and equipment according to the UJ’s Occupational Health and Safety regulations.
- Ensures that all equipment and tools are kept safe and in good conditions.
- Follows established safety procedures and techniques to perform duties including lifting, climbing, etc.
- Corrects any unsafe conditions in the work area and accordingly report any conditions that can only be resolved by the supervisor & senior management.
- Assists in other areas of the maintenance department as and when required
- Supports during absences or shortage of staff or performs duties of associated with light construction project
- Identify & timeously report prospective painting services projects to be undertaken by the university
- Performs duties outside normal area of expertise to meet the goals of the department
- Perform Standby and/overtime duties when required
Minimum requirements
- NQF Level 4 Qualification (Matric or equivalent)
- Three to Four years’ appropriate experience in Painting works.
- A Valid Driver’s License
- Knowledge and experience of painting repairs, maintenance, and new paint works
- Knowledge of painting codes and standards
- Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Regulations
- High attention to detail
- Ability to write and read specifications
- Ability to perform under pressure and independent
- Active listening and interpersonal skills
- Excellent time management and organisational skills
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Critical and analytical skills
- Ability to assess and mitigate risks
- Collegial and emotionally intelligent
- Prior experience in the Higher Education Institution
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.
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.
For more information, please review the following link: Justice/Criminal/NRSO.
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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.
