Electrician x2 positions

Electrician x2 positions (Grade 10)

The Electrical section of the Facilities and Infrastructure Division invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives
The purpose of the job is to ensure the maintenance of all electrical networks and related equipment including general electrical appliances used in the catering, residence and other divisions.

The Requirements

Qualified Installation Electrician (NQF level 6) plus approximately at least 3 years post apprenticeship experience where such experience includes: -

• Be in possession of a valid HV Regs certificate to do MV switching
• Previous experience in light and heavy current voltage systems
• Previous experience in maintaining power sub-stations
• Experience in fault diagnosis, maintenance and repair of general electrical appliances
• Previous experience in installation, maintenance, and repairs of general lighting equipment.
• Previous experience in safety and working within the regulations laid down by OH&S Act
• A valid code B driver’s licence
• Must be a registered Electrician as per the Occupational Health and Safety Act
• At least 1 years’ in a supervisory or team leader position OR be in possession of an RU Supervision Certificate.

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 8753.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

• Short-listing meeting: TBC.
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the assessment and interview dates.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 10):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R348 338

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R472 840

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 04 March 2025

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the Universitys Recruitment and Selection policies.

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Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion