Midlands State University invites applications from suitably qualified and experienced individuals for the position of Plant Technician within the Midlands State University Enterprise Division.
Duties and Responsibilities
-The Plant Technician will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance of all processing equipment in the Chemical Manufacturing and Food Processing Plants. -Installation of new plant machinery. -Technical maintenance of plant machinery. -Maintaining, repairing, and optimizing plant and associated devices swiftly to reduce downtime. -Advising management on the latest and cost-effective machinery. -Contributing to the continuous improvement of the plant, processes, and systems. -Providing technical support and enhancing machinery, systems, and process capabilities. -Making technical recommendations for changes required by the production team. -Ensuring that all equipment is calibrated and functional according to their specifications.
NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunities employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
Qualifications and Experience
-National certificate in Instrumentation and control systems. -At least one year of relevant experience in plant and/or instruments maintenance.
Skills and Competences: -Knowledgeable of health and safety compliance issues in the manufacturing environment. -Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
How to Apply
Applicants must submit copies of applications, including an application letter, certified certificates, and curriculum vitae providing 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.
Address the application to: The Deputy Registrar (Human Resource) Midlands State University Email: [email protected]
Application documents must be in a single scanned PDF format.
