TECHNICAL INSPECTOR – CIVIL/GENERAL BUILDING

UP Professional and Support

DEPARTMENT OF FACILITIES MANAGEMENT

TECHNICAL INSPECTOR CIVIL/GENERAL BUILDING

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 9

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Responsibilities

To assist the maintenance department in carrying out quality and safety inspections in the allocated area of responsibility (Civil and Building) in accordance with statutory and quality standards through the following Key Performance Areas:

• Quality control related to planned maintenance
• Quality control related to Breakdown Maintenance
• Statutory compliance, Occupational, Health and Safety
• Perform failure investigation and reporting
• Maintenance optimization and training
• Provide support to the Workshop Manager
• Assess the condition of buildings

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in a Civil and Building discipline;
• 3 years experience in a maintenance workshop environment after obtaining the qualification;
• A valid trade test certificate
• A valid drivers license
• Physical ability to work on heights and confined spaces

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings;
• Knowledge of methods of construction;
• Knowledge of power tools and equipment;
• Knowledge of Health and Safety requirements;
• Knowledge of safe work procedures relating to building works;
• Knowledge of products and product datasheets relating to building works;
• Problem solving and analysis skills;
• Good communication skills;
• Computer skills: emails, Excel and Word;
• Customer focus and responsiveness ;
• Team player;
• Planning and organising.

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Risk assessment training and experience;
• Quality assurance training and experience;
• Health and safety training experience;
• Site inspection training and experience.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbents level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes 50% of the applicable monthly premium.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za , and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• A comprehensive CV;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.

CLOSING DATE: 01 November 2023

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Mrs Heila Butters, Tel: (012) 420 5836

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 31 December 2023, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.