NWU
Description
Minimum requirements
• A diploma (NQF level 6) in Engineering (Millwright / Boilermaker) with 18 months of practical experience in a relevant workshop.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience in a workshop.
ADDED ADVANTAGES & PREFERENCES:
• Accreditation with MERSETA / DHET
• A minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a qualified artisan.
• Red Seal endorsement (NQF level 5).
Requirements:
Town:
Potchefstroom
Position:
Senior Laboratory Assistant
Starting Date:
February 7, 2026
Date Created:
January 28, 2026
KEY FUNCTIONAL/ TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES:
• Maintenance and repairs on all machinery in the Mechanical, Civil and Electrical workshops.
• Make sure that all workshops adhere to OHS regulations.
• Prepare material for practicals in the Mechanical, Civil and Electrical workshops.
• Assist lecturers with Mechanical, Civil and Electrical practical’s when more than 15 students are present.
• Stocktaking in the Mechanical, Civil, Electrical and Engineering Graphics and Design workshops.
• Obtain quotations for the Mechanical, Civil, Electrical and Engineering Graphics and Design Workshops
• Should have a First Aid certificate level 1 (Not expired)
• Fire Marshall certificate (Not expired)
• Computer Aided Design (CAD) certificate
• Good computer skills in Word, Excel, etc.
KEY BEHAVIOURAL COMPETENCIES:
• Be able to operate in a multi-lingual working environment.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues
Duties Include:
Introduction
NORTH-WEST UNIVERSITY (POTCHEFSTROOM CAMPUS) FACULTY OF EDUCATION SCHOOL OF MATHEMATICS, SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION POSITION NUMBER: P002945 VACANCY: SENIOR LABORATORY ASSISTANT PEROMNES GRADE: P12 EMPLOYMENT TYPE: PERMANENT APPOINTMENT (PREVIOUS APPLICANTS DO NOT NEED TO REAPPLY).
Job description
PURPOSE OF THE POSITION
The Technology subject group requires an artisan with a background in maintenance and repairs on machinery in the Mechanical, Civil, and Electrical fields. The position furthermore requires the senior laboratory assistant to ensure that OHS rules and regulations are followed; prepare materials for practical; assist during practical; perform stocktaking in all workshops; assist with obtaining quotations for the subject group
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Maintenance
• Maintenance and repairs on all machinery in the Mechanical, Civil and Electrical workshops.
2. Occupational health and safety
• Make sure that all workshops adhere to OHS regulations.
3. Preparing material
• Prepare material for practicals in the Mechanical, Civil and Electrical workshops.
4. Practicals
• Assist lecturers with Mechanical, Civil and Electrical practicals when more than 15 students are present.
5. Stocktaking
• Stocktaking in the Mechanical, Civil, Electrical and Engineering Graphics and Design workshops
6. Purchase orders
• Assist lecturers with obtaining quotations.
7. Additional tasks
• As indicated by the subject group leader.
Additional Info:
REMUNERATION:
The annual total remuneration package will be commensurate with the level of appointment as advertised and in line with the NWU policy guidelines.
ENQUIRIES REGARDING JOB CONTENT MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Dr AC Kemp on 018 299 4234
ENQUIRIES REGARDING RECRUITMENT PROCESS MAY BE DIRECTED TO: Ms Rouzen Slambert on 018 285 2861
CLOSING DATE: 6 February 2026
PLANNED COMMENCEMENT OF DUTIES: As soon as possible