Artisan: Carpentry

CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

The purpose of this post is to execute Carpentry related maintenance work and services to all NMU buildings on all campuses and in accordance with the Health and Safety Act and NMU policies and procedures.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• To ensure all works requisitions and job cards are completed on a daily basis.
• To ensure that all carpentry maintenance work and services are completed on a daily basis.
• To ensure that preventative maintenance is carried out through regular inspections of buildings.
• To keep record and control over tools and machines in respect of carpentry services.
• To work independently and complete all stand-by related work.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Have excellent knowledge of NMU Buildings and Services infrastructure.
• Have knowledge of regulations within the Health and Safety Act relating to chemical gases, machinery, scaffolding, ladders, etc.
• Have knowledge of supervising personnel.
• Have knowledge of reading, writing and calculation of technical data.
• Have good maintenance related skills.
• Have good knowledge of building plans & specifications.

Requirements

• N2 Qualification or Technical Grade 12.
• Accredited Carpentry Trade Certificate.
• 2 years relevant experience in Carpentry.
• Unendorsed Category B drivers license.

Nelson Mandela University reserves the right not to make an appointment. In considering candidates for appointment into the advertised posts, preference will be accorded to persons from a designated group in accordance with the approved Nelson Mandela University Employment Equity Plan. No applications will be accepted after the closing date Friday, 20 October 2023