Midlands State University is hiring Artisan Supervisors (1 Post – Plumbing Section, 1 Carpentry Section)
Duties and Responsibilities
The Artisan Supervisors is required to carry out the following duties -Allocating duties to Artisans in their Trade Section.Producing weekly and monthly reports of maintenance works. -Raising material requisitions for approval by the Director Central Services, Amenities, and Maintenance to carry out construction and maintenance works. -Carrying out comprehensive maintenance requirements/assessments for University buildings and infrastructure. -Assisting the Senior Artisan(Maintenance) to prepare a face lifting and renovation plan for existing University buildings and infrastructure. -Assisting the Senior Artisan Supervisor (Maintenance) in the compilation of budgets for Maintenance activities before the beginning of each semester or year. -Supervising Artisans and subcontractors working on various maintenance works for the University. -Submission of weekly and monthly performance review reports. -Any other duties assigned by the Director Central Services, Amenities and Maintenance, and Deputy Director Maintenance.
Qualifications and Experience
-Relevant Certificate in Engineering, or Class One Journeyman in the applicable trade (Building, -Plumbing, Carpentry, Electrical, Welding/Steel fabrication, or Painting). -An additional Certificate in construction and allied trades is an added advantage. -A minimum of 7 years experience in a relevant field -Extensive hands-on experience in buildings maintenance is a distinct advantage.
Person Specification -The ability to multitask. -The ability to stand for extended periods. -Excellent organizational and time management skills. -Exceptional customer service skills. -Effective verbal and written communication skills.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates, and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s), and names and email addresses of three referees to:
Deputy Registrar (Human Resource) Midlands State University
*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Application documents must be in a single-scan pdf format. The closing date for this advert is 08 November 2024. Applicants should clearly state the post being applied for in the subject line.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 30 days from the closing date of the advert. If not contacted, your application will be deemed not successful.
