Latest Recruitment at Cape Peninsula University of Technology

Job Purpose

•  Lecturing in the Intermediate (and Foundation) Phase Departments: Life Science Education/Natural Sciences. 

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• A relevant Masters’ degree in Education 
• A relevant teaching qualification
• Life Science/Natural Science as a major at undergraduate level
• At least two (2) relevant teaching experience at tertiary level or five (5) years’ recent relevant experience in teaching Life Science/Natural Science at school level
• Knowledge, understanding and experience in the preparation and evaluation of meaningful teaching experiences for Intermediate phase students
• Experience and knowledge of support and differentiated teaching for learners experiencing barriers to learning related to Life Science/Natural Sciences

Recommendations:

• A relevant Doctoral degree
• Relevant research output
• Knowledge and understanding of CAPS in the Intermediate Phase
• Knowledge and understanding of the importance and challenges of Intermediate Phase teaching in the 21st century
• Solid grounding in the subject (Life Science/Natural Science Education) as well as the teaching methodologies
• Experience in the planning, designing and editing of teaching and learning materials (including electronic)
• Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
• Teaching in the Intermediate (and Foundation) Phases
• Administrating, supervising and evaluating teaching experiences
• Life Science learning support for and in multilingual classrooms
• Academic administration
• Curriculum development and other learning material
• Conducting research in Life Science Learning and Teaching
• Community engagement
• Conducting Research
• Assessment and Quality assurance
• Networking with schools and other partners
• Personal and professional development
• Evaluating Students on Teaching Practice in Schools
• Ability to align yourself to hybrid teaching and learning models (face-to-face and on-line learning)
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the head of department

Competencies

• Excellent teaching skills
• Proficiency in the use of English as language of learning and teaching
• Sound administrative and technical skills
• Academic management skills
• Ability to mentor students
• Good presentation skills
• Adaptability
• Good planning and organizational skills
• Sound knowledge of the CAPS curriculum
• Ability to work in a team
• Computer skills

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Job Purpose

• TO TEACH LIFE SCIENCES TO SP/FET STUDENTS IN THE FACULTY OF EDUCATION.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: LECTURER

• A relevant Master’s degree in Life Science Education or Biology Education
• Life Science or Biology subject as a major at undergraduate level
• A relevant teaching qualification (preferably at secondary school level)
• At least two (2) years’ relevant lecturing experience at tertiary level or five (5) years’ relevant teaching experience in SP & FET Phase at school level.
• Specialized knowledge of methodologies of teaching Life Sciences

RECOMMENDATIONS

• A relevant Doctoral degree
• Relevant research output
• Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
• Teaching Life Sciences in the SP & FET department
• Curriculum development and other learning materials
• Supervising students on teaching practice
• Academic administration
• Research and involvement in research activities (publications and supervision)
• Academic development
• Assessment and quality assurance
• Networking with schools and other networks
• Community engagement
• Coaching and mentoring of students and staff
• Learner focus
• Personal and Professional development
• Meticulous planning and organizing skills
• Ability to align yourself to hybrid teaching and learning models (face-to-face and on-line learning
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department

Competencies

• Expert knowledge in Life Sciences or Biology
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Excellent teaching skills
• Research skills
• Presentation skills
• Computer literacy skills for teaching Life Sciences
• Good administrative and organizational skills
• Mentoring/coaching and support for learners
• Developing learners
• Learner focus
• Ability to work in a team
• Continuous learning
• Adaptability
• Good work standards and ability to manage work
• Planning and organizing skills
• Ability to work in a team
• Adequate knowledge of Life Sciences requirements in the South African CAPS document

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Job Purpose

• Perform technical tasks in the Biomedical research laboratories ranging from assisting with maintenance and running of equipment, assisting with the practical training of post graduate students. Ensuring optimal laboratory environment.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• BSc degree in Medical Science or equivalent qualification
• At least 4 years’ experience in a research laborator
• Recommendations: Preference will be given to candidates with bioinformatics and biostatistics experience

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• Ensure laboratory safety and standards
• Maintenance and expansion of research facilities
• Assisting post grad students, researchers and the department in statistical and bioinformatics analysis
• Preparation, maintenance and calibration of specialized equipment for use in the post graduate and research laboratories
• Purchasing of stock and monitoring of stock levels
• Orientation, Teaching and supervising post graduate students on the use of equipment, performing experiments
• Keep records and report on equipment maintenance and research projects
• Storage and disposal of all chemicals, reagents, media and specimens in accordance with safety regulations.
• Maintenance of specimen bio-bank.
• General housekeeping of all equipment, glassware and the maintenance of the laboratory environment

Competencies

• Good written and verbal skills
• Good command of English language
• Technical knowledge and skills
• High awareness of laboratory safety requirements
• Ability to operate specialized laboratory equipment
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Reliable
• Support of diversity

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Job Purpose

• Do various maintenance repairs on campus and other designated buildings as requested by the Foreman, Line Manage by the job-card specifications

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Grade 10
• At least five (5) years' relevant experience (experience in the construction sector will be an added advantage)

Recommendations:

• A valid Driver's License
• Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
• Completion of Minor Maintenance work in academic buildings and residence buildings such as: Plumbing Works, Carpentry Works, Electrical Works & Painting Works.                      
• Administration Works - Check job cards on BMJLS system and sign-off jobs completed
• Scheduling of work and priority of works to be completed
• Client Assistance - Receive request from job card and foreman and complete in accordance
• Inspection of buildings - inspections of designated buildings to ascertain any faults
• Contractor liaising - Assist contractors by showing them where required work is to be executed
• Team Support - Contribute to departmental projects
• Safety - Ensure that safety measure are observed & report health and safety issues
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Maintenance Foreman or Maintenance Manager

Competencies

• Ability to handle change
• Good communication skills
• Planning & organizing skills
• Clear understanding of the makeup of a building from foundations to finishes 
• Professional/Technical knowledge & skills
• Problem solving skills
• Applied Learning
• Safety  Awareness
• Somebody that is driven to perform and self-motivated to improve himself and the institution
• Able to perform as part of a team or individually

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Job Purpose

• To adjust, maintain, repair, and replaces door locks, padlocks, tumbler locks, combination locks, and various other lock hardware. The incumbent will also be responsible to ensure that the integrity and security of all CPUT assets is maintain through proper management of all the locking systems of the facilities and auxiliary equipment.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

• Grade 10
• Must be registered with the Locksmith's Association of South Africa (LASA) and the Private Security Industry Regulator Authority (PSIRA)
• Minimum of 5 years working in the construction sector doing Locksmithing tasks.
• A valid driver licence.
• Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities
• Check job cards on BMJLS system and sign-off jobs completed
• Cut new or duplicate keys from existing keys, patterns, or codes
• Install, repair, adjust, and replace locks and other door closures around various buildings and facilities.
• Provide new/replacement keys and open up locks
• Repair and maintain existing lock systems
• Keep accurate records of keys
• Maintain Master key stem
• Scheduling of work and priority of works to be completed 
• Safety - Ensure that safety measure are observed & report health and safety  issues           
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Maintenance Foreman or Maintenance Manager

 
Competencies

• Good Customer Service
• Good communication skills
• Clear understanding of all the locking systems

Technical/Professional knowledge & skills

• Applied Learning  
• Safety  Awareness
• Problem solving skill
• Driven to perform and self-motivated to improve
• Ability to handle change
• Able to perform as part of a team or individually

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Job Purpose

• The management of the CPUT staff, student and nursing services transport system. The management of CPUT vehicle
• Fleet, comprising pool, maintenance, service, and emergency vehicles as well as the complement of pool drivers.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

•  National Diploma in Fleet Management and/or relevant equivalent qualification (NQF 6)
•  Relevant Fleet operations management experience in the management of similar fleets (minimum of 7 years experience)
•  Experience with legal contracts associated with passenger services and/or fleet management
•  Management of higher education transport services would be an advantage
•  Knowledge of the administration, management, and monitoring of passenger transport contracts
•  Basic knowledge of finance and accounting (including software)
•  Sound knowledge of fleet management systems
•  Sound knowledge of fleet Risk Management
•  Basic knowledge of surveillance systems

Recommendation

• B-tech or equivalent qualification in Fleet Management/Road Transport Management (NQF 7)
• Work experience in Higher Education

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

• CPUT Staff and Student Transport Services (SSTS) Management
• Fleet Management Planning and Maintenance
• Sound knowledge of the topographical layout of CPUT premises and surrounding areas
• Human Resource Management
• Health and Safety Management
• Environmental Management
• Administration Management
• Financial Management
• Contract and Procurement Management (SSTS Contract & Fleet Management)
• Stakeholder Relationship Management and Communication
• Transport Department Information Management
• Develop, implement and communicate policies and procedures

Competencies

• Good listening skills
• Good negotiation skills
• Good administration skills
• Good communication skills (verbal and in writing)
• Ability to work under pressure
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team Ability to adhere to safety standards
• Required to work extended hours to manage crisis situations
• Ability to implement and monitor a Quality programme
• Ability to liaise and communicate with all levels of society
• Strong interpersonal, management, and management skills
• Ability to lead, initiate, innovate and manage
• Ability to achieve successful outcomes in handling difficult situations and stakeholders through critical thinking