The University of KwaZulu-Natal (UKZN) is committed to Employment Equity with the intention to promote representivity within the Institution. Preference will be given to applicants from the designated groups in accordance with our Employment Equity Plan.
COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURE, ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE
GENERAL ASSISTANT (ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING)
(PEROMNES GRADE 15)
FIXED-TERM APPOINTMENT ENDING 30 JUNE 2026
SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING
HOWARD COLLEGE CAMPUS
REFERENCE NO.: ENGGA03/2026
The incumbent will be responsible for the housekeeping of the labs and workshops, as well as ensuring those working in these spaces adhere to Health and Safety requirements. S/he will assist with the Practicals, Projects, Maintenance, Research work, and dissertation projects. Fulfill any other reasonable duties and responsibilities as determined by management concerning the operational needs of the discipline. The incumbent must have the ability to use hand tools. S/he must be familiar with and adhere to all Health and Safety requirements.
The incumbent will report to the Principal Technician: Electrical Engineering.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Matric
- One (1) year of relevant work experience which must include:
- Housekeeping experience
- Basic electrical experience
Short-listed candidates will be required to undergo a skills test.
Enquiries and details regarding this post, as well as requests for a job profile, may be directed to Dudley Naidoo, 031-260-1126, or email naidoodc@ukzn.ac.za
The remuneration will be in accordance with the University's standard rates of pay.
The closing date for receipt of applications is 10 April 2026.
Applicants are required to complete the relevant application form, which is available on the Vacancies website at www.ukzn.ac.za. Completed forms may be sent to deanofengineering@ukzn.ac.za
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