Rescue Centre Manager (P6) (Faculty of Health Sciences: Department of Emergency Medical Care)
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.
- Manage and oversee the day-to-day operations of the Rescue Centre, including scheduling, resource allocation, record-keeping, general logistics, budget management and maintenance of equipment and facilities.
- Oversee procurement of equipment and supplies.
- Implement and monitor daily safety protocols and procedures to ensure a secure and controlled training environment, mitigating potential risks and promoting a culture of safety among all students and staff.
- Design, implement, and quality assure comprehensive short-learning programmes that align with the relevant industry standards and best practices, ensuring that all training activities meet regulatory requirements where applicable.
- Promote the Rescue Centre as a premier facility for external organisations to conduct training, simulations, and research.
- Identify areas for enhancement within different curriculum, facilities and operational processes, facilitating regular reviews and updates to position the Centre at the forefront of rescue training excellence.
Minimum requirements
- A Master’s degree in Emergency Medical Care (NQF Level 9) with current registration with the HPCSA as an Emergency Care Practitioner.
- A minimum of (5) years’ experience facilitating medical rescue education at a higher education institution
- A Code B driver’s license.
- Candidates must be in a position to pass departmental physical fitness and swimming assessments.
- Experience with the functions related to a 16.2 appointee under the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- A valid category C skipper licence with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.
- Experience with water rescue operations.
- Training as an overhead crane operator.
- A valid breathable air compressor operator’s licence
- Training and experience in the offering of helicopter underwater escape training.
- Strong business acumen and entrepreneurial mindset.
- Proven ability to develop and execute income-generating strategies.
- Excellent networking and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Knowledge of funding opportunities and grant acquisition processes.
- Marketing and branding expertise to promote training and consulting services.
- Financial management and budget planning capabilities.
- Negotiation and contract management skills.
- Ability to commercialise research outputs and innovative rescue solutions.
- Ability to lead and inspire a team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
- Strong organisational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks simultaneously, prioritise effectively, and ensure the smooth functioning of the Rescue Centre
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively interact with staff, students and external stakeholders.
- Ability to assess complex situations, identify solutions, and make sound decisions under pressure, prioritising the safety and well-being of all individuals involved
- Experience with helicopter rescue operations
- Experience with national and/or international deployment for rescue missions.
- Knowledge of facility management, faculty and academic policies, rules, and regulations.
- Experience with online and/or remote learning platforms
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.