Artisan: Toolmaker

UWC Online - University of the Western Cape; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable university in Bellville is seeking a skilled individual for a technical role in the Infrastructure and Engineering Department. Responsibilities include machining, welding, and maintenance of equipment. Candidates should have a relevant trade certificate and experience in supervisory positions. Strong problem-solving and customer service skills are essential. The role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic university environment.

Qualifications

• Recognized relevant trade certificate required.
• 3 years relevant experience, with 2 years supervisory experience.
• Valid driver's license with two years driving experience.

Responsibilities

• Machining of metal, wood, and plastic components.
• Operation of milling machine and lathe.
• Maintenance and welding of lecture seating structures.
• Consulting with job requesters for equipment manufacturing.
• Ensuring health and safety compliance.

Skills

Toolmaking

Welding

Machining

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

Trade certificate (Toolmaker or Fitter & Turner)

Job description

The University of the Western Cape (UWC) is a vibrant, diverse and dynamic university, rooted in the African continent with an increasing global reach. UWC actively responds in critical and creative ways to the development needs of the country, within an ever-changing and challenging global context.

The Infrastructure and Engineering Department

plays a pivotal role in the maintenance and improvement of the University’s infrastructure. We seek to employ a skilled, knowledgeable and resourceful individual.

Reporting to the Foreman: Engineering Workshop

the appointee’s duties will include, but not be limited to the below and execution of the following tasks:

• Machining of metal, wood and plastic (the incumbent would need to make products out of metal, wood and plastic)
• Accurate operation of the milling machine and lathe and other high speed precision machines
• Maintenance of lecture seating structures and related work (especially welding seating structures)
• Welding work
• Manufacturing and repairs of research equipment (general campus, manufacturing & repair requests for specialised design work)
• Consulting with job requesters
• Design of instruments for research purpose
• Ensure adherence to Health and safety compliance
• Housekeeping by ensuring that the workshop is clean and orderly at all times
• Assumption of all duties and responsibilities in the absence of the section head

Qualifications

• Arecognized relevant trade certificate (Toolmaker or Fitter & Turner)
• 3 years relevent experience, with 2 years supervisory experience
• Valid driver’s license code (with two years driving experience)

Competencies

• Basic computer literacy in MS-Word and Excel

Technical Skills

• Proficient in the use of Toolmaking tools and equipment.
• Ability to handle emergency situations with skill and care.
• Working knowledge of building management systems.

Problem‑Solving

• Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and solve complex lock and security issues.

Customer Service

• Excellent communication skills to explain services and address customer needs.
• Ability to provide outstanding customer service under pressure.

Added advantage and preferences

• Appropriate supervisory skills at a tertiary institution would be advantageous