Control Instructor

**UP Professional and Support**:
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING, BUILT ENVIRONMENT AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRICAL ELECTRONIC AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING

POST TITLE: CONTROL INSTRUCTOR

PEROMNES POST LEVEL: 08- 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:
The incumbent will support the department’s academic and operational functions through the following key areas:
Instruction and Practical Sessions:

- Deliver comprehensive instruction to Electronic and Computer Engineering students before and during practical sessions.
- Assess practical and project performance to ensure academic standards.
- Guide and mentor final-year project students.
- Maintain thorough knowledge of practical module content each semester.
- Contribute to improving laboratory facilities to enhance learning.
- Order development sets and software tools aligned with lecture specifications.
- Assist with setup, execution, and teardown of practical sessions for smooth delivery.
- Plan and coordinate practical demonstration events such as the annual Robot Race Day.

Support and Maintenance:

- Assist with all aspects of computer-based practicals, ensuring effective infrastructure and instruction.
- Support students outside scheduled sessions by addressing their questions.
- Perform regular maintenance and checks to keep computers and networking equipment functional.

Curriculum Development and Industry Alignment:

- Plan and deliver Information Technology Practice modules for all undergraduate students.
- Maintain Cisco Networking Academy Certification through relevant courses.
- Ensure practicals and projects align with academic and industry standards.
- Incorporate hands-on learning and industry-relevant simulations to prepare students for their careers.

Operational Laboratory Management:

- Maintain Networking Laboratories (A, B, Cisco, Project 2) and CAEC with functional equipment and enforce safety protocols with ongoing student training.
- Install, upgrade, clean, and maintain lab computers and peripherals.
- Manage inventory, storage, and lending of assets with accurate records.
- Oversee asset life cycle from acquisition to disposal and stay updated on technical advancements to keep laboratories current.

Departmental Support:

- Manage the Impro access control system to regulate lab access and retrieve student attendance reports.
- Monitor laboratories via CCTV, handling security systems and footage analysis as needed.
- Provide flexible support for various departmental ad hoc tasks.
- Work effectively with lecturers, assistants, laboratory staff, and departmental personnel to ensure seamless laboratory operations and curriculum integration.
- Maintain clear communication channels with internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers and administrators, to foster efficient problem resolution and department function.

**Minimum Requirements**
- Relevant BTech, BSc. Eng, or BEng in Computer Engineering from a recognized institution.
- Minimum 3 years’ relevant experience in a similar role.
- Valid driver’s license (Code B or EB).
- Experience in managing and maintaining similar engineering laboratories (University or Technical University level).
- Experience with Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) in research and teaching labs.

**Added Advantages and Preferences**
- Postgraduate qualification such as MTech or MEng in Computer Engineering.
- Five (5) or more years’ experience in a similar environment.
- CCNA and/or CCNP instructor training.
- Knowledge of FPGAs, VHDL, DSP programming, and assembler language.
- Training in the OHS Act and first aid certification.
- Experience managing university engineering laboratories.
- Skills in fabricating and assembling PCB components.
- Strong judgment, communication, problem-solving, and assertiveness skills.

**Required Competencies**
- Continuous improvement and dependable delivery are essential, along with staying current in the field.
- Clear communication fosters teamwork through active participation.
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Organisational skills, time management, and adaptability are crucial. Commitment to learning and resilience maintain productivity.
- Strategic decision-making includes problem-solving, risk evaluation, and proactive execution for efficient goal achievement.
- Ability to troubleshoot and repair computer and networking equipment.
- Knowledge of electronic test and measurement equipment.
- Proficiency in analog and digital electronic engineering, MATLAB, Simulink, SolidWorks, SolidEdge, and 3D printing.
- Competence in the use of general workshop tools and equipment.

**PLEASE NOTE**:
The annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid s