Job vacancy

Technical Assistant I - Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing and Entrepreneurship

Closing date: Monday 30 November 2026

About this job

JOB PURPOSE/SUMMARY

To assist with the planning and preparation of equipment and related teaching and learning aids.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Sets up equipment and other required materials for practical exercises.
Assists with instruction and/or demonstration of workshop/laboratory exercises.
Provides support to students.
Provides reports and feedback to supervisor and/or lecturer.
Prepares workshop/laboratory specimen.
Performs minor maintenance on instructional equipment.
Maintains inventory of all equipment and related materials in area of responsibility.
Operates machine shop equipment, such as lathes, milling machines, drill press, power saws, grinders, welding plants, etc.
Participates in the development and implementation of improvement initiatives for workshop practices, equipment, and safety measures.
Supports general workshop operations, including participating in equipment review and layout planning, assisting with student project development, and supporting university-wide technical events or competitions.
Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

National Technician Diploma (NETD) or equivalent
Minimum of three (3) years relevant experience

COMPETENCY PROFILE

Sound knowledge of the area of instruction being demonstrated
Sound knowledge of renewal energy systems
Sound knowledge of relevant software, hardware and lab equipment to be used in exercises
Ability to instruct
Ability to work effectively in teams
Willingness to learn
Good oral and written communication skills
Computer literate

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