The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to
meeting the objectives of Employment Equity to improve representivity within
the Institution. Preference will be
given to applicants from designated groups in accordance with our Employment
Equity Plan.
ERRATUM
Please
be informed that the purpose of this erratum is to amend the closing date for
receipt of applications. Candidates who previously applied for this position
must reapply as directed in the advertisement.
INTERNAL ADVERT:
This placement
will be in line with the approved Guidelines applicable to all university staff
who are appointed to university establishment and funded posts, and who are as
a result of Project Renewal, having to be considered for placement in posts in
the new university organisational structure, which are now fewer in number, or
in some respects different to their original posts held in the previous
organisational structure. Preference will be given to candidates who meet the
minimum requirements and have the required
competencies
for the positions under consideration as per the applicable job profile. The
skill set may be adaptable to accommodate employees placed on the pool who meet
most of the competencies required for the job.
INSTITUTIONAL PLANNING AND GOVERNANCE DIVISION
SECTION HEAD: MECHANICAL HVAC
(PEROMNES GRADE 08)
CAMPUS MANAGEMENT SERVICES
PIETERMARITZBURG CAMPUS
REF NO:
The University is
seeking a highly skilled and proactive individual to coordinate all in-house
and outsourced projects within the Mechanical and HVAC Section of the
Maintenance Department. The successful candidate will provide administrative
and financial support to the Maintenance Manager and serve as the principal
liaison between clients and contractors. The role involves offering expert
guidance on mechanical and HVAC matters, including cost management, contracts,
project oversight, and risk assessment. The incumbent will uphold a strong
culture of safety and quality, provide effective leadership to subordinates,
and play a key role in Utility and Environmental Management by ensuring utility
consumption remains within budget and contributing to the reduction of the
campus’s carbon footprint.
Minimum Requirements:
·
Matric
·
N6 National Trade
Diploma in Mechanical engineering and relevant Trade Test
·
5 years
post-qualification in a mechanical or electrical engineering environment, of
which 2 years should be in a supervisory/management role
·
Computer Literacy
Knowledge of:
·
OHSA
·
Statutory
requirements of pressure vessels
·
HVAC Systems
·
Domestic Heating and
Boilers
·
Safe Handling of
Gases
·
Lifts and Escalators
Short-listed candidates may be required to undertake a skills test.
Enquiries and details regarding this post, including requests
for a job profile, may be directed to Nqobizizwe Mthembu, 031 260 7916 or MthembuN26@ukzn.ac.za
The total
remuneration package offered includes benefits.
The closing
date for receipt of applications is 17 November 2025.
Please see the
attached Internal Vacancies Guideline
document, which provides step-by-step guidance on how to use the PNet Application System for applying
to internal posts.
