Technical Manager : Electrical (P7) (Facilities Management Division : Maintenance Services)

University Of Johannesburg; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 400 000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in Johannesburg is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee electrical and air-conditioning systems. The role involves planning, installation, and maintenance while managing budgets and contractors. Candidates should have a degree in Electrical Engineering, significant maintenance experience, and skills in project management and problem-solving. The position offers a chance to impact the university's strategic goals in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years of experience in maintenance.
• 3 to 5 years of management experience.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily maintenance programs and specialized installations.
• Implement and monitor maintenance strategies and procedures.
• Oversee contractor management and compliance.

Skills

Planning

Technical skills

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering (NQF 7)

Master Electrician

Tools

CMMS (preferably Archibus)

MS Office (Word and Excel)

Job description

Technical Manager: Electrical (P7) (Facilities Management Division: Maintenance Services)

Advert reference: uj_ Advert status: Online Apply by: 7 February

Position Summary

Job category: Education and Training
Campus: Auckland Park Kingsway Campus
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market Related
EE position: EE

The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan university, anchored in Africa and driven by a powerful strategy focused on attaining global excellence and stature (GES). With an emphasis on independent thinking, sustainable development, and strategic partnerships, UJ is an international university of choice. The University is guided by the Vice‑Chancellor's vision of “Positioning UJ in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for societal impact in the context of the changing social, political, and economic fortunes of Africa”.

The Technical Manager's portfolio is responsible for the planning, installation and maintenance of electrical and air‑conditioning systems, including electrical reticulation, earthing, cabling, transformers, adherence to policies and safety regulations related to HVAC systems, electrical and mechanical, and the review and implementation of maintenance strategies, planning and managing maintenance projects related to electrical and mechanical areas.

Furthermore, the Technical Manager is responsible for the management of the maintenance budget within the department, customer care services, staff and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Prioritise and manage daily maintenance programs
• Maintain specialised installations in explosive areas, high tension (HT) 11 kVA and domestic installations
• Formulate and implement electrical and mechanical maintenance strategies and procedures
• Benchmarking of standards and operating procedures
• Enforce 48‑hour turnaround time strategy for maintenance/service requests
• Effect all purchases/procurement requirements
• Submit monthly reports to the Maintenance Manager
• Manage contractors in terms of SLA agreements and specifications
• Design electrical panel and circuit (drawing of Bill of Quantities)
• Plan and perform quality control on emergency and priority systems
• Accountable for safety legislation compliance
• Compile and update risk register and institute corrective actions
• Replace worn‑out assets/tools
• Vehicle inspections and keep records
• Manage projects within scope, quality, standards and budget
• Manage plant standards according to legislation
• Plan and implement disaster recovery plans for the section
• Compile operational and capital budgets, manage expenditure and correct deviations
• Accurate record keeping of all financial expenditure
• Manage customer requests and complaints and elevate within 48 hours if unable to attend
• Provide progress reports on projects and tasks to customers
• Manage staff leave and keep records
• Develop and implement staff succession plans and keep records
• Training of subordinates and keep records
• Supply and keep records of PPE
• Record asset/tools register and keep records
• Introduce and implement attendance register and keep records
• Manage staff performance
• Ensure practices that safeguard safety

Minimum Requirements

• Degree or any relevant qualification (NQF 7) in Electrical Engineering
• Master or Installation Electrician is essential
• 3 to 5 years of proven experience in maintenance
• 3 to 5 years of proven management experience
• A valid driver's license

Competencies and Behavioural Attributes

• Ability to plan, control, organise and lead.
• Computer literate in MS Office (Word and Excel).
• Ability to negotiate, manage conflict and solve problems.
• Ability to mentor, train, coach subordinates.
• Interpersonal skills.
• Stress and conflict handling skills.
• Problem solving skills.
• Time management.
• Technical skills.

Recommendations

• Good knowledge of the University's Oracle system.
• Knowledge of CMMS (preferably Archibus).

Application Instructions

Enquiries regarding the job content: Dintwe Appie (Line Manager) on Tel:
Enquiries regarding remuneration & benefits: Ms Nozuko Mazibuko (HCM Business Partner) on Tel:
Your application, comprising a detailed Curriculum Vitae and the names and full contact details (phone numbers and e‑mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees must be uploaded before or on the closing date.

Please also attach the following:
- a copy of your highest academic qualification,
- proof of registration with professional bodies you might belong to,
- if applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and / or a portfolio of your creative output.

Please note that the University is obligated, in terms of recent amendments to the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences and Related Matters) Amendment Act (Act 13 of 2019), to assess all prospective employees against the National Register for Sex Offenders (NRSO). The outcome of such an assessment may affect possible employment with the University.

For more information, review the following link: Justice / Criminal / NRSO.

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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 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.

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