Requirements for Appointment
Must have:
Minimum six (6) years' cumulative relevant work experience at the level of Technician/ Technologist Grade 7 or equivalent
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from a recognized and accredited institution
Diploma in a relevant field from a recognized and accredited institution
Proficiency in the relevant computer applications
Duties and Responsibilities
Preparing and managing laboratory and workshop materials and equipment, including tools, machinery, consumables, and testing instruments
Conducting and supervising practical exercises, laboratory sessions, and demonstrations for undergraduate and postgraduate students
Maintaining, calibrating, and repairing laboratory and workshop equipment, ensuring proper functioning for teaching and research activities
Supporting research projects, including the preparation, testing, and analysis of building materials and other practical investigations
Supervising and mentoring junior laboratory staff, students, and attachees, promoting safe and efficient technical practices
Ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards, including proper handling and disposal of materials and laboratory waste
Maintaining accurate records of laboratory experiments, equipment inventories, and consumables, and implementing quality assurance standards
Assisting in the development of laboratory manuals, teaching aids, and technical documentation to support instructional programs
Perform any other relevant duties and responsibilities as may be assigned by the supervisor from time to time