Technical Assistant Iii (Laboratory Assistant) (P11) (Faculty Of Engineering & The Built Enviro[...]

University Of Johannesburg; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A major educational institution in Johannesburg is seeking a Technical Assistant III (Laboratory Assistant) to assist in supervising laboratory practicals for undergraduate students and assisting with postgraduate research. Candidates should have relevant diplomas and certification along with a minimum of three years' laboratory experience, strong communication skills, and computer literacy. Knowledge of health and safety practices is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years' of appropriate laboratory experience.
• Experience in health and safety practices will be an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with subject-related laboratory practicals.
• Assist the department with relevant research practicals.
• Ensure that all laboratory equipment is always calibrated.

Skills

Good communication skills (written and verbal)

Computer literacy

Education

Relevant Qualification (Diplomas and Certification) (NQF 6)

BTech degree : Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

Job title : Technical Assistant III (Laboratory Assistant) (P11) (Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment : Department of Civil Engineering Technology) (Re-advert)

Job Location : Gauteng, Johannesburg

Deadline : November 02,

Job Description

The Department of Civil Engineering Technology offers accredited engineering programmes.

The department offers Bachelor of Engineering Technology (BEng Tech) and Bachelor of Engineering Technology honours (BEng Tech hons) programs.

The candidate will be expected to prepare and supervise laboratory practicals for undergraduate student and assist postgraduate students with research practicals.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with subject-related laboratory practicals
• Assist the department with relevant research practicals
• Ensure that all laboratory equipment is always calibrated

Minimum requirements

• Relevant Qualification (Diplomas and Certification) (NQF 6)
• Minimum of three years' of appropriate laboratory experience

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes

• Good communication skills (written and verbal) with high level of proficiency in English.
• Computer literacy

Recommendations

• BTech degree : Civil Engineering or equivalent qualification
• Knowledge of SABS test methods
• Prior experience in working with a diverse group of people, preferably in a supervisory capacity, will be an added advantage
• Experience in health and safety practices will be an advantage

CLOSING DATE : 31st October,