Technical Assistant II (P12) (Faculty of Engineering and the Built Environment: Department of Extraction Metallurgy)
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:
The role is responsible for managing and keeping clean the departmental mineral processing laboratories. The preparation and supervision of students' practicals. To provide support for research projects and activities in the Department of Metallurgy.
Responsibilities:
- Supervise students’ practicals.
- Prepare laboratories for practicals.
- Oversee health and safety in workshop and laboratory facilities.
- Manage the maintenance and keep the laboratory and equipment clean.
- Preparing laboratory consumables.
- Prepare experimental setups.
- Calibrate some teaching equipment.
Minimum requirements
- A Grade 12/Matric Certificate (NQF 4) or a Certificate in Extractive Metallurgy (or equivalent).
- Two (2) years’ relevant experience.
Recommendations:
- Bachelor of Engineering Technology in Extractive Metallurgy (or equivalent).
- Worked in mineral processing environment.
- A minimum of two (2) years industrial experience.
- SAIMM activeness and consideration to registering with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA).
- Experience working with students (laboratory/teaching).
Competencies and Behavioural Attributes:
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Computer literacy.
- Strong interpersonal relationship skills
- Analytical thinking.
- Team player.
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding the job content: Mr. Mandisa Malindisa (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 4097
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mr. Mandisa Malindisa (HCM Business Partner) on Tel: (011) 559 4097
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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.