CORE PURPOSE OF JOB

To provide technical support to the academic staff in the Department of Electrical Engineering.

KEY PERFORMANCE AREAS

• Oversee the installation, servicing, upgrading, and maintenance of specific electronic communications equipment.
• Set up electronic communications and general-purpose electrical/electronic engineering laboratories for student practicals and projects.
• Source components and either repair faulty electronic signal and measuring equipment or arrange for external repairs if the warranty has expired.
• Coordinate with suppliers regarding defective equipment covered under warranty.
• Maintain and support electrical/electronic engineering equipment for undergraduate and postgraduate use, ensuring adequate consumables are available for tests, consultations, and research.
• Assist in preparing annual budgets, manage the procurement of electronic components and equipment within budget limits, and handle order processing through the ITS financial system.
• Work closely with suppliers and academic staff to ensure accurate ordering and receipt of specified items.
• Maintain documentation related to the procurement of components and stock received, while coordinating with NMU’s procurement department.
• Support academic staff by supervising student practical tests.
• Provide daily assistance to students with practical assignments, projects, and troubleshooting technical issues.
• Manage student resources, including issuing and tracking electronic components and supervising students in hazardous environments.
• Offer technical support for special events such as Open Day, short courses, and research activities.
• Identify, report, and help resolve unsafe working conditions, with a willingness to serve as a Safety Representative in the department.
• Ensure laboratories remain organized and clean after use, report building maintenance issues via the ITS system, and follow up on logged faults.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• An in-depth knowledge of electronic communication systems and procedures as well as the use of digital measuring equipment (oscilloscope, spectrum analyzer, multimeter) and various types of electronic signal generating equipment.
• Sound knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Sound knowledge of software used for electrical circuit design and simulation (such as Proteus or MultiSim)
• Sound knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Proven leadership skills.

REQUIREMENTS

In order to be considered, applicants must have:

• M+3 Electrical Engineering Diploma or equivalent.
• At least three (3) years’ experience in which above mentioned competencies have been gained.

Preference will be given to candidates registered with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA)

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION e.g. contact person and telephone number, e-mail; etc.

CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 07 March 2025

Applications must consist of a covering letter in which applicants state their experience and competence in performing the above key functions, together with a recent curriculum vitae.

For further information regarding the duties of this position, please contact Grant Phillips on email: grant.phillips@mandela.ac.za.