Industrial Engineering Technician post at UJ for semiskilled National Diploma graduates
- Career Exibs SA
- May 30
- 2 min read
Technician (P10)
(Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment: Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering Technology) (Re-Advert)
Advert reference: uj_001972
Advert status: Online
Apply by: 6 June 2025
Position Summary
Industry: Education & Training
Job category: Education and Training
Campus: Doornfontein Campus
Contract: Permanent
Remuneration: Market related
EE position: EE
Level: Skilled
Introduction
The University of Johannesburg (UJ) is a vibrant and cosmopolitan institution, to read the bold UJ Strategic Plan 2035, which emphasises Societal Impact and Sustainability, Global Footprint and Partnerships, and Technology for the Future. Committed to transformative change, UJ’s mission is “To transform and serve humanity through innovation and the collective and collaborative pursuit of knowledge.” The University is guided by the vision of building “An international university of choice, anchored in Africa and the global south, dynamically shaping a sustainable future."
Job description
A Technician: Industrial Engineering is required for the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering Technology to prepare, and conduct laboratory sessions in collaboration with the lecturers, as well as managing laboratory equipment, and monitoring and resolving laboratory matters.
Responsibilities:
Preparing lab equipment and test labs for upcoming experiments
Conducting practical sessions with students and liaising with lecturers
Managing, evaluating and reporting lab technical matters
Maintaining inventory, and quality checks
Client liaison, and purchase orders
Ensuring the cleanliness of labs and lab equipment
Enforcing safety and lab procedures
Minimum requirements
Diploma (NQF6) in Industrial Engineering or closely related field
A minimum of three (3) years’ technical experience (in a tertiary institution will be an advantage)
A proven track record of technical ability, and trouble shooting in a laboratory environment
Evidence of working with different industrial engineering lab equipment, and software packages.
Knowledge and experience of PLC programming, robotics, and automation technologies
Recommendations:
BEngTech in Industrial Engineering will be an added advantage.
Industrial experience in Industrial Engineering would be advantageous
Supportive of academic culture, excellence, and research support
Good technical aptitude, having experience in project work
Experience of data analytics
Willingness to pursue further studies and register with relevant professional councils e.g. ECSA
Competencies and Bahavioural Attributes:
Good communication and teamwork suitable for academic environment
Report writing and analytical skills
Maintenance, and calibration of equipment in laboratories
Enquiries:
Enquiries regarding job content: Mr. Mandisa Malindisa (HCM Business Partner) at Tel. (011) 559 4097
Enquiries regarding remuneration and benefits: Mr. Mandisa Malindisa (HCM Business Partner) at Tel. (011) 559 4097