Manager: Eng 4.0 Facility - Department of Civil Engineering at University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria

Manager: Eng 4.0 Facility - Department of Civil Engineering

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy. The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Responsibilities
This role is responsible for the following:

• To provide leadership in all aspects of the Engineering 4.0 facility;
• To promote transdisciplinary research excellence and capacity development at Engineering 4.0;
• To foster the development of research networks and training at an advanced level with the aim of contributing to Africa’s sustainable and equitable development at Engineering 4.0;
• To provide a comprehensive high-level strategic support service to the Faculty and Department;
• Managing the human and financial resources for selected Engineering 4.0 operations, and
• To provide leadership to meet ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements.
   

The Successful Candidate Will Be Responsible For

• Operational and Administrative support;
• Strategic management and planning;
• Strategic marketing and public relations;
• Research, publications and teaching;
• Risk management, quality assurance and compliance.
   

Minimum Requirements

• An engineering degree from an accredited university;
• A Master’s degree in Engineering or Engineering management;
• At least five years’ experience at middle management level in an academic institution or similar organization;
• Research experience in an appropriate field linked to the objectives of the Engineering 4.0 facility
   

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

• Leadership abilities
• Interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead organisational development and innovation
• Ability to manage international partnerships
   

Added Advantages And Preferences

• PhD degree in Engineering field;
• Management qualifications eg. MBA or appropriate for managing Engineering 4.0-type facility;
• At least three years’ experience at senior management a level in an academic institution or similar organisation;
• Experience in a team-based, client-orientated, network organisation;
• Experience with legislative requirements for support functions as applied to the higher education sector;
• Experience in attracting funding and grant writing;
• Registration as an Engineer at ECSA (required);
• Driver’s licence;
• To provide leadership to meet ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements.

PLEASE NOTE: All shortlisted candidates may be required to participate in relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact;
• Self-evaluation.

CLOSING DATE: 31 July 2020