Purpose

• Responsible for cost effective and efficient management of Infrastructure, through the development & implementation of maintenance plans aligned with the strategic objectives of the Division.
• Manage and guide teams of various artisan & outsourced staff e.g. groundskeeper, waste management teams etc.

Requirements

• Engineering Degree (NQF 8) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 6 years’ minimum experience in the Built Environment & Maintenance.
• Minimum 2 years supervisory experience.

Skills & Competencies

• Business Acumen.
• Change Leadership.
• Critical Thinking.
• Infrastructure Living & Learning Goal Achievement.
• Student Risk Management.

Responsibilities

• Manages own area of responsibility.
• Organisational Unit Staff Management.
• Financial Planning & Budgeting.
• Infrastructure / Built Environment Maintenance Implementation.

Additional Information

• The University reserves the right to make an appointment or not to fill the post.
• Correspondence will be limited to shortlisted candidates only.
• Should you not hear from us within eight weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
• University of Fort Hare is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
• Pursuant to complying with the Employment Equity Act No.55 of 1998, when appointing preference will be given to applicants from designated groups whose appointments will contribute towards achievement of equitable demographic representation of our workforce profile.

ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGES:

• Engineering Council of SA (ECSA) Pr Eng. or Pr Tech Eng.
• Project Management Professional (PMP).
• Experience in a higher education context.

Applications must be made online before the closing date, and the following documents must be attached:

1. A completed University of Fort Hare Application Form,
2. Detailed Curriculum Vitae,
3. A Cover letter stating how you satisfy the requirements of the advertised position,
4. Names and full contact details (including telephone numbers and e-mail addresses) of at least three traceable and credible referees,
5. Copies of all your academic qualifications and proof of registration with professional bodies,
6. If applying for an academic position, a list of accredited research output and/or a portfolio of your creative output.
7. Incomplete or applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Ref No

• EC000803

Remuneration

• A competitive executive remuneration package, commensurate with the seniority of the position, experience and qualifications, will be offered.

Enquiries

• Queries can be directed to Ms Molebatji Mphasha on [email protected] and 043 704 7000.