General Assistant

2 weeks ago


Stellenbosch, South Africa CSIR Full time

The Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is a leading scientific and technology research organisation that researches, develops, localises and diffuses technologies to accelerate socio-economic prosperity in South Africa. The organisation’s work contributes to industrial development and supports a capable state.

**General Assistant**

**About the job**:
The CSIR has a vacancy for General Assistant in the Facilities Management and Security Services (FM&SS) portfolio. The incumbent will perform semi-skilled multiple repair and maintenance tasks as well as assisting with carrying out planned and breakdown maintenance, refurbishments and new installations. This role also involves carrying out preventative maintenance tasks on buildings, systems, equipment and ancillary areas. This position is based in Stellenbosch, Western Cape.

**Key responsibilities**:

- Assist Artisans and Handyman in carrying out planned maintenance and repairs to CSIR buildings plant and equipment;
- Perform minor electrical works to include but not limited to the following: replacing light bulbs and tubes and preventative maintenance inspections;
- Perform electrical tasks under the supervision of the Artisan, such tasks to include but not limited to the following: installation and replacement of light fittings; installation/replacement of electrical plugs; electrical wiring;
- Perform minor air conditioning works to include but not limited to the following: preventative maintenance inspections and cleaning of filters; cleaning air conditioner outside units.
- Perform air-conditioning and refrigeration tasks under the supervision of the Artisan, such tasks to include but not limited to the following: Installation and replacement of air conditioners; re-gassing, general repairs;
- Perform general building maintenance works to include but not limited to the following: painting; flooring; furniture; blinds; mounting white boards and pictures; doors, door systems and locks; cleaning roofs; and preventative maintenance inspections.
- Perform general facilities duties to include but not limited to the following: general housekeeping in all areas of work; cleaning of vehicles used by the section; attend to personnel visiting the site such as contractors;
- Perform standby duties as and when required;
- Carry out other general duties within the section and assist clients with minor requests as may be assigned by the Supervisor from time to time.

**Qualifications, skills and experience**:

- A Grade 12 certificate;
- Two (2) years’ experience in a technical / maintenance environment;
- Good knowledge of maintenance and Facilities management;
- Knowledge and experienced in Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) and statutory compliance in workshop environment.
- Minimum code 8 driver’s License with medical clearance certificate.

**Closing date: 21 April 2023**

**PLEASE NOTE THAT FEEDBACK WILL BE GIVEN TO SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES ONLY.


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