Laboratory Technician

Faculty- Engineering- Department- Cape Peninsula University of Technology -> Engineering and the Built Environment -> Mechanical Engineering- Campus/ Location- Bellville Campus - Bellville, Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)- Job Type- Permanent- Occupational Function- Support / Admin- Number of Positions- 1- Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)- To be confirmed- Advert Closing Date- 29/5/2023- Job PurposeTo conduct practicals. To ensure that the laboratory is prepared and well-kept for practical classes and that all equipment and teaching aids are available in time and in good working order for staff ads students during practical sessions.
- Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience- Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering or equivalent
- At least 2 years working experience in Electro-Mechanical environment.
- Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities- Preparation of laboratories for practical sessions (i.e., laying out class material, setting up of equipment and any general preparations for classes/instructions)
- Do hydraulics, pneumatics and sensor benches
- To be able to do Three phase Motor wiring (Delta, Star)
- Repairing and Re-assembling of Electro-Mechanical machines
- Faulty finding of Low and High Voltage
- Knowledge of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
- Soldering knowledge
- Administration
- Reporting
- Providing technical support to staff and students
- Awareness of health and safety in working environment
- Competencies- Good understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic and sensor systems
- Good Communication and interpersonal skills
- Basic Engineering Draughting skills
- Good organizational and planning skills
- Computer literacy in MS Office suite
- Strong learner focus
- Adaptability
- Knowledgeable in Health & Safety issues
- Administration skills
- Attention to details
- Time management skills
- General InformationClosing Date: 29 May 2023
- The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.