Artisan (Carpenter) (P10) (Facilities Management: Maintenance Services) (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
- Perform locksmith duties, fitting of various doors, hardware’s, closers, and other associated maintenance.
- Perform duties in a timely, professional, and safe manner.
- Work tasks are completed to the satisfaction of the building Supervisor and the Maintenance Manager of the department
- Perform cabinetmaking duties in a competent manner.
- Ensure that all defects are repaired in a timely manner and left in a safe condition.
- Ascertain that preventative maintenance measure is completed in accordance with the university policy and procedures.
- Undertake the preventative maintenance at the required frequency and prioritised accordingly.
- Assist the Supervisor with the management and directing of various building and maintenance contractors
- Ensure compliance with the Health & Safety Act in performing any tasks.
- Assist the manager/foremen in implementing the safety procedures with contractors including safety inductions and hazard identification.
- Ensure that work areas are kept tidy, safely and secure at all times and comply with the OHSA
- Identify hazards to which staff may be exposed to and take preventative measures
- Apply health and safety related skills and knowledge to all work practices
- Attend to carpentry related call-outs to any department or unit as requested;
- Perform minor carpentry projects and new work installation to the satisfaction of the Supervisor.
- Assist the Supervisor in preparation for the quotation for the department
- Provide first class customer service efficiently and effectively.
- Communication with staff and clients in a professional manner.
Minimum requirements
- Trade Test in Carpentry
- Grade 12 (NQF 4) or equivalent
- Three to Five years’ appropriate experience in carpentry works.
- A valid code 8 drivers’ license
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Customer/client focused
- Ability to work independently and in a team
- Positive and professional approach
- Ability to work under pressure
- Sound judgement and active listener
- Be physically fit, able to handle equipment and work in difficult situation
- Previous experience in a Higher Education environment
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.
