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VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (VUT) VACANCIES
VAAL UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY (VUT)
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY
DIVISION: Faculty of Engineering & Technology
DEPARTMENT: Electrical Engineering
POST: Head of Department (HOD) Full Professor/ Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer (5-year fixed contract based on performance)
POST Nº: 0610 PEROMNES
GRADE: 05/06/07
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key performance areas include but are not limited to:
▪ Develop the strategic and operational plans of the Department within the vision of the VUT and facilitate its implementation.
▪ Planning and managing the budget, infrastructure, resources and daily operations of the Department to improve financial viability and to ensure achievement of VUT mission
▪ Implement a fair and equitable staff workload
▪ Engagement with internal stakeholders to improve student success and staff development
▪ Managing and monitoring student learning activities to ensure successful completion of qualifications
▪ Attend Senate and related academic committee meetings, and coordinate advisory meetings
▪ Provide academic leadership in teaching and learning especially technology enabled learning
▪ Liaise with industry, professional bodies, and education institutions nationally and internationally
▪ Develop research capacity and research programmes to improve research outputs within the Department
▪ Increase research funding through grants and patents
▪ Manage administrative tasks including student registration and enrolment
▪ Strengthen and engage new community initiatives in the Department
▪ Implement staff development through personal development plans and team development
▪ Provide leadership in the development of new curricular and programmes in line with curriculum transformation imperatives
▪ Implement the performance management system in the Department
▪ Implement employment equity and transformation measures
▪ Increase third stream income through SLP that respond to industry needs
▪ Implement quality assurance; and
▪ Improve the quality of teaching and learning through participation in relevant programmes like tutoring, extended programmes, lecturer evaluation and academic training; and promote the use of emerging technology in T&L including blended learning strategies.
APPLICATION CRITERIA :
A)
SENIOR LECTURER :
Criteria A (Qualification):
▪ PhD/Doctorate in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Master’s Degrees (MEng/ MTech/ MScEng, NQF9) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Bachelor (BEng/ BTech/ BSc Eng, NQF8) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Eligibility for registration with ECSA under professional engineering or technologist category (ECSA registration is compulsory for applicants with foreign qualifications)
Criteria B (Academic Experience):
▪ Evidence of academic leadership (one year minimum).
▪ A minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience at senior lecturer level
▪ DHET accredited research outputs (based on past six years)
➢ Two full research output units generated from publications
➢ One full research output unit generated from supervision of postgraduate students (Masters and doctoral)
▪ NRF-rating is an advantage
▪ Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
▪ Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
▪ Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
▪ Evidence of research leadership, attracting external funding is and advantage\
▪ Evidence of international collaboration is an advantage
▪ Experience in the initiation and implementation of post-graduate research programmes/ projects is an advantage
▪ Liaison with Industry including consultation work
▪ Evidence of development and management of SLPs is an advantage
B) ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Criteria A (Qualifications):
▪ PhD/Doctorate in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Master’s Degrees (MEng/ MTech/ MScEng, NQF9) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Bachelor (BEng/ BTech/ BSc Eng, NQF8) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Registration with ECSA under professional engineering or technologist category
Criteria B (Academic Experience):
▪ Evidence of academic leadership (two years minimum) at engineering programme headship or programme coordination level.
▪ A minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience at associate professorship level
▪ DHET accredited research outputs (based on past six years)
➢ Five research output units generated form publication
➢ Three full research output unit generated from supervision of postgraduate students (Masters and doctoral)
▪ NRF-rating is an advantage
▪ Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
▪ Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
▪ Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
▪ Evidence of research leadership, attracting external funding
▪ Evidence of international collaboration
▪ Experience in the initiation and implementation of post-graduate research programmes/ projects
▪ Liaison with Industry including consultation work
▪ Evidence of development and management of SLPs (one at least)
C) FULL PROFESSOR
Criteria A (Qualifications):
▪ PhD/Doctorate in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Master’s Degrees (MEng/ MTech/ MScEng, NQF9) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Bachelor (BEng/ BTech/ BSc Eng, NQF8) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Registration with ECSA under professional engineering or technologist category
Criteria B (Academic Experience):
▪ Evidence of academic leadership (three years minimum) at engineering programme headship or programme coordination level.
▪ A minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience at professorship level
▪ DHET accredited research outputs (based on past six years)
➢ Seven research output units generated form publication
➢ Five full research output unit generated from supervision of postgraduate students (Masters and doctoral)
▪ NRF-rating (C category at least)
▪ Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
▪ Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
▪ Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
▪ Evidence of research leadership, attracting external funding
▪ Evidence of international collaboration
▪ Evidence of community-based projects
▪ Experience in the initiation and implementation of post-graduate research programmes/ projects
▪ Liaison with Industry including consultation work
▪ Evidence of development and management of SLPs (one at least)
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent communication and presentation skills, excellent teaching skills, planning and organising skills, conceptual skills, analytical ability, interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19 December 2025
Application requirements:
1. A fully completed prescribed application form, obtainable from www.vut.ac.za.
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in the fields mentioned above).
3. Certified copies of all academic records and certificates or degrees.
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document.
5. Current contact details of referees.
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment2@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from VUT within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to: HR Practitioner: Ms Pinki Motsoetla Tel: 016 950 6645
Please note
• By submitting your application, you consent to VUT verifying your qualifications and sharing your personal information with the selection panel and other authorised persons involved in the recruitment process. Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificate of evaluation. VUT is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998 (as amended), and in line with its Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, specifically African, Coloured, and persons with disabilities.
VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment
By applying for this position, you give permission to share your information with the selection panel or the relevant people involved in the recruitment process.
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL VACANCY
DIVISION: Faculty of Engineering & Technology
DEPARTMENT: Electrical Engineering
POST: Head of Department (HOD) Full Professor/ Associate Professor/ Senior Lecturer (5-year fixed contract based on performance)
POST Nº: 0610 PEROMNES
GRADE: 05/06/07
JOB DESCRIPTION
Key performance areas include but are not limited to:
▪ Develop the strategic and operational plans of the Department within the vision of the VUT and facilitate its implementation.
▪ Planning and managing the budget, infrastructure, resources and daily operations of the Department to improve financial viability and to ensure achievement of VUT mission
▪ Implement a fair and equitable staff workload
▪ Engagement with internal stakeholders to improve student success and staff development
▪ Managing and monitoring student learning activities to ensure successful completion of qualifications
▪ Attend Senate and related academic committee meetings, and coordinate advisory meetings
▪ Provide academic leadership in teaching and learning especially technology enabled learning
▪ Liaise with industry, professional bodies, and education institutions nationally and internationally
▪ Develop research capacity and research programmes to improve research outputs within the Department
▪ Increase research funding through grants and patents
▪ Manage administrative tasks including student registration and enrolment
▪ Strengthen and engage new community initiatives in the Department
▪ Implement staff development through personal development plans and team development
▪ Provide leadership in the development of new curricular and programmes in line with curriculum transformation imperatives
▪ Implement the performance management system in the Department
▪ Implement employment equity and transformation measures
▪ Increase third stream income through SLP that respond to industry needs
▪ Implement quality assurance; and
▪ Improve the quality of teaching and learning through participation in relevant programmes like tutoring, extended programmes, lecturer evaluation and academic training; and promote the use of emerging technology in T&L including blended learning strategies.
APPLICATION CRITERIA :
A)
SENIOR LECTURER :
Criteria A (Qualification):
▪ PhD/Doctorate in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Master’s Degrees (MEng/ MTech/ MScEng, NQF9) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Bachelor (BEng/ BTech/ BSc Eng, NQF8) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Eligibility for registration with ECSA under professional engineering or technologist category (ECSA registration is compulsory for applicants with foreign qualifications)
Criteria B (Academic Experience):
▪ Evidence of academic leadership (one year minimum).
▪ A minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience at senior lecturer level
▪ DHET accredited research outputs (based on past six years)
➢ Two full research output units generated from publications
➢ One full research output unit generated from supervision of postgraduate students (Masters and doctoral)
▪ NRF-rating is an advantage
▪ Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
▪ Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
▪ Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
▪ Evidence of research leadership, attracting external funding is and advantage\
▪ Evidence of international collaboration is an advantage
▪ Experience in the initiation and implementation of post-graduate research programmes/ projects is an advantage
▪ Liaison with Industry including consultation work
▪ Evidence of development and management of SLPs is an advantage
B) ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Criteria A (Qualifications):
▪ PhD/Doctorate in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Master’s Degrees (MEng/ MTech/ MScEng, NQF9) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Bachelor (BEng/ BTech/ BSc Eng, NQF8) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Registration with ECSA under professional engineering or technologist category
Criteria B (Academic Experience):
▪ Evidence of academic leadership (two years minimum) at engineering programme headship or programme coordination level.
▪ A minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience at associate professorship level
▪ DHET accredited research outputs (based on past six years)
➢ Five research output units generated form publication
➢ Three full research output unit generated from supervision of postgraduate students (Masters and doctoral)
▪ NRF-rating is an advantage
▪ Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
▪ Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
▪ Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
▪ Evidence of research leadership, attracting external funding
▪ Evidence of international collaboration
▪ Experience in the initiation and implementation of post-graduate research programmes/ projects
▪ Liaison with Industry including consultation work
▪ Evidence of development and management of SLPs (one at least)
C) FULL PROFESSOR
Criteria A (Qualifications):
▪ PhD/Doctorate in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Master’s Degrees (MEng/ MTech/ MScEng, NQF9) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Bachelor (BEng/ BTech/ BSc Eng, NQF8) in Electrical (Power) / Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering or Systems
▪ Registration with ECSA under professional engineering or technologist category
Criteria B (Academic Experience):
▪ Evidence of academic leadership (three years minimum) at engineering programme headship or programme coordination level.
▪ A minimum of two years of relevant teaching experience at professorship level
▪ DHET accredited research outputs (based on past six years)
➢ Seven research output units generated form publication
➢ Five full research output unit generated from supervision of postgraduate students (Masters and doctoral)
▪ NRF-rating (C category at least)
▪ Evidence of successful curriculum development and academic management
▪ Evidence of active participation in professional, industry and/or community activities
▪ Knowledge and experience of implementing quality assurance requirements
▪ Evidence of research leadership, attracting external funding
▪ Evidence of international collaboration
▪ Evidence of community-based projects
▪ Experience in the initiation and implementation of post-graduate research programmes/ projects
▪ Liaison with Industry including consultation work
▪ Evidence of development and management of SLPs (one at least)
Skills and Competencies:
Excellent communication and presentation skills, excellent teaching skills, planning and organising skills, conceptual skills, analytical ability, interpersonal skills and problem-solving skills.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 19 December 2025
Application requirements:
1. A fully completed prescribed application form, obtainable from www.vut.ac.za.
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in the fields mentioned above).
3. Certified copies of all academic records and certificates or degrees.
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document.
5. Current contact details of referees.
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment2@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from VUT within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to: HR Practitioner: Ms Pinki Motsoetla Tel: 016 950 6645
Please note
• By submitting your application, you consent to VUT verifying your qualifications and sharing your personal information with the selection panel and other authorised persons involved in the recruitment process. Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificate of evaluation. VUT is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998 (as amended), and in line with its Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, specifically African, Coloured, and persons with disabilities.
VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment
By applying for this position, you give permission to share your information with the selection panel or the relevant people involved in the recruitment process.
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
DIVISION: STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: HEALTH & WELLNESS (CAMPUS CLINIC)
POST: ENROLLED NURSE
POST Nº: 5018
PEROMNES GRADE: 10
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key performance areas include but are not limited to:
• Health promotion and disease prevention within the campus community
• Treatment of ailments and chronic conditions
• Attend to emergency medical services
• ARV & wellness programmes
• Attend to referred patients
• HIV/AIDS counselling and testing
• Implement NiMART
• Respond to and manage disease outbreaks within the institution
APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualifications and Experience:
• At least an M+3 qualification in nursing or a related nursing qualification
• Registration with SANC as a professional nurse is a prerequisite
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a professional nurse
• Experience in Higher Education environment as a nurse would be an added advantage
• A valid dispensing license is a prerequisite
Skills:
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
• Excellent teaching/facilitation skills
• Excellent planning and organizing skills
• Good inter-personal and time-management skills
• Computer literacy
• First aid and emergency medical service
• Ability to deal with Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and mental health issues
• Ability to work effectively with students in a higher education institution Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and independently as and when required
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 DECEMBER 2025
Application requirements:
1. A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.vut.ac.za
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in the fields mentioned above)
3. Certified copies of all certificates or degrees
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document
5. Current contact details of referees
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment1@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from VUT within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Please Note
• By submitting your application, you consent to VUT verifying your qualifications and sharing your personal information with the selection panel and other authorised persons involved in the recruitment process. Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificate of evaluation. VUT is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998 (as amended), and in line with its Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, specifically African, Coloured, Indian, women, and persons with disabilities.
• VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL ADVERTISEMENT
DIVISION: STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES
DEPARTMENT: HEALTH & WELLNESS (CAMPUS CLINIC)
POST: ENROLLED NURSE
POST Nº: 5018
PEROMNES GRADE: 10
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key performance areas include but are not limited to:
• Health promotion and disease prevention within the campus community
• Treatment of ailments and chronic conditions
• Attend to emergency medical services
• ARV & wellness programmes
• Attend to referred patients
• HIV/AIDS counselling and testing
• Implement NiMART
• Respond to and manage disease outbreaks within the institution
APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualifications and Experience:
• At least an M+3 qualification in nursing or a related nursing qualification
• Registration with SANC as a professional nurse is a prerequisite
• Minimum 5 years’ experience as a professional nurse
• Experience in Higher Education environment as a nurse would be an added advantage
• A valid dispensing license is a prerequisite
Skills:
• Excellent communication (written and verbal) skills
• Excellent teaching/facilitation skills
• Excellent planning and organizing skills
• Good inter-personal and time-management skills
• Computer literacy
• First aid and emergency medical service
• Ability to deal with Gender-Based Violence (GBV) and mental health issues
• Ability to work effectively with students in a higher education institution Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work under pressure and independently as and when required
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 DECEMBER 2025
Application requirements:
1. A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.vut.ac.za
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in the fields mentioned above)
3. Certified copies of all certificates or degrees
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document
5. Current contact details of referees
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment1@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from VUT within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Please Note
• By submitting your application, you consent to VUT verifying your qualifications and sharing your personal information with the selection panel and other authorised persons involved in the recruitment process. Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificate of evaluation. VUT is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998 (as amended), and in line with its Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, specifically African, Coloured, Indian, women, and persons with disabilities.
• VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment
INTERNAL & EXTERNAL
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DIVISION: OFFICE OF THE REGISTRAR
DEPARTMENT: GOVERNANCE & LEGAL SERVICES
POST: Manager- Governance Administration
POST Nº: 5052
PEROMNES GRADE: 07
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key performance areas include but are not limited to:
• Manage and provide professional and effective administrative and secretariat services to the University Council, Senate, Management Committee and their respective Committees.
• Ensure coherent and prompt communication for the implementation of decisions as well as the maintenance of the records of decisions taken through the various governance structures.
• Develop and review Standard Operating Procedures for committee administration and maintain the Electronic Decision Register (Resolutions Register) as well as the webpage of the department and oversee the functionality thereof.
• Oversee the compilation of the annual committee meetings calendar and communicate with internal and external stakeholders on matters pertaining to the area of responsibility, and oversee matters pertaining to meetings and reporting, where applicable.
• Manage administrative processes pertaining to the election, appointment and reappointment processes for Council members, where applicable, and maintain Council and Council Committee members’ lists.
• Maintain the electronic Institutional Regulatory Code (policy database) and oversee the review cycles for existing policies and the publication of newly approved policies.
• Maintain the Conflict of Interest Register for members of Council in terms of the Higher Education Act provisions.
• Regulate access to confidential reports and documents and control permission rights to the Committee Section office, databases and member information.
• Assist in managing a comprehensive committee administration service for the Council in support of the decision-making process including compiling and circulating agendas, drafting minutes and related tasks.
• Manage the maintenance of a register of decision making and the maintenance of internal forward plans and similar as required.
• Provide impartial, timely, relevant, and high-quality advice and guidance to members, officers and the public in relation to the Governance Structures’ decision-making processes and governance issues.
• Advise on the procedural recording of decisions, administrative and legal aspects of the meetings, in line with the university prescripts and to assist members and officers where appropriate.
• Assist report authors in the preparation of their reports throughout the lifecycle from drafting to decision stages, providing advice and guidance on report management processes.
• Ensure that the running of council committees and other committees/structures comply with all legislative requirements and provide advice as required.
• Ensure that minutes of meetings are accurate and lead on the co-ordination of follow-up actions and recommendations.
• Proactively review approval processes for committee meetings, drive continuous improvement and implement improvement where necessary for the benefit of the university.
• Utilise and administer virtual meeting technology as required including webcasting and voting software.
• Assist in acquiring, updating and maintaining the committee management system.
• Manage the maintenance of a register of decision making and the maintenance of internal forward plans of council and other committees as required.
APPLICATION CRITERIA:
Qualifications and Experience:
• Three-year diploma or degree.
• Postgraduate qualification will be an advantage.
• 6 years or more of relevant committee experience, including 3 years in supervision.
Skills and Competencies:
• Excellent writing and communication skills
• Ability to work independently
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Planning and organising skills
• Good interpersonal skills
• Ability to work with confidential information
• Willingness to work overtime
• Strong administrative skills
• Attention to detail
• Diplomacy and tact
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 15 DECEMBER 2025
Application requirements:
1. A fully completed prescribed application form which can be obtained from www.vut.ac.za
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in the fields mentioned above)
3. Certified copies of all certificates or degrees
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document
5. Current contact details of referees
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment1@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from VUT within 3 months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Please Note
• By submitting your application, you consent to VUT verifying your qualifications and sharing your personal information with the selection panel and other authorised persons involved in the recruitment process. Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificate of evaluation. VUT is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998 (as amended), and in line with its Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy, preference for this position will be for Africans, Coloureds, and people with disabilities.
• VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment
INTERNAL/EXTERNAL
FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY
DEPARTMENT: CHEMICAL AND METALLURGICAL ENGINEERING
POST: PART-TIME LAB ASSISTANT X 3 Metallurgy
POST Nº: PEROMNES GRADE:
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Key Performance Areas (include but are not limited to):
• Assist the Technician in preparing laboratory equipment, materials, and samples for practical sessions.
• Ensure full compliance with safety protocols and regulatory standards.
• Support the Technician in maintaining cleanliness, order, and proper organisation of laboratory facilities.
Qualification:
• A minimum of an Advanced Diploma or BTech in Metallurgical Engineering.
Experience:
• At least two (2) years of relevant laboratory experience.
Skills:
• A high level of discipline and expertise, excellent communication (report-writing and verbal) skills, computer literacy (MS Outlook, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, ITS), good interpersonal skills (Collegiality, team player and time management), problem-Solving and critical thinking Skills.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS: 8 December 2025
Application requirements
1. A fully completed prescribed application form, obtainable from www.vut.ac.za.
2. A detailed curriculum vitae (explicitly stating relevant experience or knowledge in the fields mentioned above).
3. Certified copies of all academic records and certificates or degrees.
4. A certified copy of your South African identity document.
5. Current contact details of referees.
6. Applications must be emailed to recruitment2@vut.ac.za. Please quote the post reference and post description in the subject line.
7. No manual applications will be accepted. Incomplete applications, or applications submitted without the application form and required supporting documents, will be disregarded.
8. Only applications submitted using the official VUT application for employment form will be considered.
9. Correspondence will only be entered into with shortlisted candidates. If you do not hear from VUT within three months of the closing date, please regard your application as unsuccessful.
Enquiries may be directed to: HR Practitioner: Ms Pinki Motsoetla Tel: 016 950 6645
Please note
• By submitting your application, you consent to VUT verifying your qualifications and sharing your personal information with the selection panel and authorised personnel involved in the recruitment process
• Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a South African Qualifications Authority (SAQA) certificate of evaluation.
• VUT is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with the Employment Equity Act No. 55 of 1998 (as amended), and in line with its Employment Equity Plan and Recruitment Policy, preference will be given to suitably qualified candidates from designated groups, specifically African, Coloured, and persons with disabilities.
• VUT reserves the right not to make an appointment