Job Description

KINDLY TAKE NOTE: Applications may only be submitted online through the official UFS vacancy website: https://ufs.hua.hrsmart.com/hr/ats/JobSearch/viewAll - Applications submitted through any other platform will not be considered.

Please ensure that all relevant documentation is attached to your application.
A detailed curriculum vitae and cover letter.
Copies of qualifications (please provide the SAQA accreditation in the case of foreign qualifications).
A copy of your identity document (ID or passport in the case of foreign nationals).
Proof of registration with a Professional Body (if applicable).
A copy of your drivers license (if applicable).
Confirmation of employment from current employer / last employer if unemployed (only applicable to external applicants).

Duties and responsibilities:
Manage the operations of the electrical workshop.
Inspect the quality of workmanship of all completed work orders.
Ensure work orders are completed timeously.
Manage the workshop budget.
Manage preventative maintenance contracts on all campuses, including:
- Fire detection.
- Solar plant maintenance.
Ensure compliance with SANS 10142 regulations.
Respond to after-hours call outs.
Compile quotation documentation, evaluation thereof and implementation.
Adhere to UFS Procurement policy.
Provide input to the refurbishment plan of Electrical equipment.
Switch 11kV network.

Inherent requirements:

N3 (Electrical) or equivalent Electrical Engineering qualification.
Qualified Installation electrician (3 phase)
A minimum of three (3) years relevant working experience related to the duties and responsibilities.
Valid drivers license.

Recommendations:
Valid ORHVS certificate
Specific experience related to the maintenance of electrical infrastructure.

Required competencies:
Results oriented
- The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
- The ability to be reliable, responsible, dependable and to fulfil obligations.
Strategic thinking
- The ability to focus on details, work towards perfection, and approach work in a neat and organised manner.
- The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
Business Acumen
- The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
- Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading
- The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
- The ability to be cooperative with others, display a good-natured attitude and encourage people to work together.
Building coalitions
- The ability to be self-assured and at ease with people in all types of social situations.
- The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties:
As soon as possible.

Closing date:22 September 2023
26 September 2023.

Salary:
The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits:
(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

Enquiries:
For enquiries, please feel free to contact 051 401 2979 or email JardineS@ufs.ac.za. Additionally, kindly contact 051 401 9813/ 9810/ 9814 for assistance.

General:
The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Policy is available at : https://ufsacza.sharepoint.com/:b:/r/sites/supportservices/hr/Employment Equity/EEA13_EE Plan UFS 1 March 2022 (003).pdf?csf=1&web=1&e=TjtoXH

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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