Job Description

Job Purpose

The Smart Radio Sensors group require a Chief Technician to perform and lead the design, operations and maintenance of the sub-sections of plants or facilities (nuclear and chemical) and to support the operation and optimization of Necsa's plants and R&I projects in accordance with Necsa, SHEQ, regulatory and nuclear licensing requirements, on a project basis. In-depth knowledge in Electronics, Process Instrumentation, Radiation Instrumentation, Vacuum Technology and Refrigeration Technology is key to support projects. The role will be required to assist in the planning and budgeting of projects along with supervising and training junior technical members of staff.

Key Performance Areas:

Technical Services and Support

Supervise technical and support services. Implement and assemble enhanced systems independently. Investigate and present solutions to non-routine technical problems.

Design and Development

Lead and complete the design of systems, independently and while leading a technical team. Contribute to feasibility studies of a fundamental project within specifications.

Human Capital Development

Provide coaching and training to individuals/small technical team. Guide the development of technical skills of individuals in the field of competence.

SHEQ and Other Audits

Actively utilize the Necsa Business Process Management System. Integrate all activities and systems to comply with SHEQ requirements.

Financial Management

Responsible for the successful and cost-effective execution of specific tasks relevant to a project. Assist with the costing of technical items to be used in the budgeting of projects.

Job Requirements

Key Knowledge & Skills

Advanced knowledge of techniques, instruments, processes and supporting utilities applicable to line of work. Advanced knowledge of engineering and scientific principles related to field of work. Ability to perform work of complex nature accurately and in a safe manner. Computer literacy and advanced knowledge of engineering or scientific software (e.g. Simulation packages and basic software that perform routine calculations). Able to perform complex engineering, scientific and financial calculations in MS Excel. Basic knowledge of financial management. Able to utilize tools and safety equipment applicable to line of work. Advanced knowledge of techniques, instruments, processes and supporting utilities applicable to line of work. Advanced technical and basic management report writing skills. Self-training to attain new skills and knowledge when required. Supervisory skills.

Competencies (Job Specific and Behavioural)

Analytical Thinking & Attention to Detail Problem Solving Creativity/Innovation Time & Self-Management Effective Communication Efficient and Concise Writing Skills Technical/Professional Competence Knowledge Sharing Teamwork Safety Orientation


Requirements

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

National Diploma in Instrumentation or equivalent. 6 - 7 years' relevant work experience in Instrumentation and Electrical of which 3 years must be in a supervisory role.

Closing date:

08 September 2025

HR CONTACT DETAILS

Tel: 072 462 5173 / 066 156 9758

Important:

Necsa Group is committed to Employment Equity when recruiting. Therefore, priority will be given to African Females and people with disabilities, in support of achieving our Employment Equity targets.

GENERAL:

Should you not hear from us within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.