Senior Technician

North-West University; Potchefstroom; Presencial; ZAR 300.000 - 420.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, Faculty of Engineering, School of Chemical and Minerals Engineering, is seeking a Senior Technician on a fixed-term temporary appointment. The role involves repairs, maintenance, design and manufacturing of research equipment, with supervision of junior workshop staff.

Minimum qualifications include a National Diploma (NQF6) with N3 in Mechanical Engineering and a relevant trade certificate; 3+ years’ experience in boilermaking or fit‑and‑turner.

Formación

• National Diploma with N3 in mechanical engineering and a trade certificate.
• Proven experience in boilermaking, fitting and turning (3+ years).
• Supervisory experience is advantageous.

Responsabilidades

• Demonstrate practical skills in fitting/turning, machining, welding and boiler making.
• Repair electronic components and maintain analytical laboratory equipment.
• Supervise junior workshop staff and provide on‑the‑job training.
• Support teaching, research and facility upkeep in the workshop.

Conocimientos

Wiring and soldering

Machining and fitting

Boiler making and welding

Educación

National Diploma (NQF6) + N3 in Mechanical Engineering

Trade certificate (Fitting and Turning, Turning, or Die-Making)

Descripción del empleo

NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS)

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING –SCHOOL OF CHEMICAL AND MINERALS ENGINEERING

POSITION NUMBER: TBF0376

VACANCY: SENIOR TECHNICIAN

PEROMNES GRADE: P10

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: FIXED-TERM TEMPORARY APPOINTMENT

PURPOSE OF THE POSITION

The incumbent should be available to assist the laboratory and department with technical services including repairs, maintenance, design and manufacturing of research equipment.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• National Diploma in any discipline or an equivalent NQF Level 6 qualification; together with an N3 in Mechanical Engineering; and a suitable trade certificate.
• Either one of the following trade certificates: Fitting and Turning, Turning, or Die-Making.
• A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a boilermaker or fitter and turner.

ADDED ADVANTAGE:

• A minimum of one (1) year supervisory experience.

JOB DESCRIPTION

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching/Learning

• Demonstrated practical competence across fitting and turning, machining, welding, and boiler-making, with additional experience in repairing electronic components and maintaining analytical laboratory equipment, contributing effectively to hands‑on teaching, student support, and the upkeep of teaching and learning facilities.

Research

• Practical expertise in fitting and turning, machining, welding, and boiler-making, complemented by experience in repairing electronic components and maintaining analytical laboratory equipment in support of research activities under the School of Chemical and Minerals Engineering and the Centre of Excellence for Carbon based Fuels.
• Demonstrated technical expertise in fitting and turning, machining, welding, and boiler-making, with additional experience in electronic component repair and the maintenance of analytical laboratory equipment, supporting externally funded projects and collaborative research initiatives.

Supervision

• Oversight and supervision of junior workshop staff, including on‑job training, skills development, and the identification of training and capacity‑building requirements, while ensuring the effective and efficient operation of workshop activities.

KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:

• Wiring and soldering.
• Machining and fitting.
• Boiler making and welding.

BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:

• Work accurately, quickly, safely and neatly.
• Apply good time management.
• Function autonomously and effectively as part of a team.

REMUNERATION:

The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.

ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mr. Sean Mashimbyi on 018 299 1661

ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Mrs. Fadilha Minty on 018 299 4993

CLOSING DATE: 21 October 2026

PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible

The University subscribes to and applies the principles of Employment Equity (EE) Act and is committed to transformation. Preference will be given to candidates from the designated groups, in accordance with the principles of the EE Act and NWU Employment Equity Plan.

The University reserves the right not to make an appointment. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.

If you are not contacted within two months from the closing date of this advertisement, please accept that your application was unsuccessful.