Technical Trainer (Diesel Mechanic) at AIE, Academic Institute of Excellence

About the job

• The institute has a job opening for an Diesel Mechanics Lecturer within our School of Artisans, Tradesmen and Professionals. The prime role of the Lecturer will be to teach students the necessary skills and software applications for the development of specific programme disciplines of which one is deemed a Subject Matter Expert. This includes conducting training; assessment & invigilation as well as drive the development and expansion of the faculty offerings and its delivery methods.

Position Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning by creating an engaging teaching and learning environment
• Conducting assessments, marking, and providing meaningful feedback
• Contributing to programme and content development, and improvement of resources
• Undertaking relevant academic administration activities
• Ensuring a positive student experience, providing student support, and maintaining excellent customer service
• Maintaining strong working relationships within the department and with other departments

Application Requirements:

• Grade 12 with full Mathematics.
• 2 years’ experience in a position within an educational environment would be a distinct advantage.
• At least 5 years’ experience as an Diesel Mechanic
• Relevant trade certification
• Ability to understand, use and learn modern technology.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a diverse environment.
• Must be able to work from our Midrand campus and have reliable transport.

The following attributes are linked to the Code of Conduct for general staff. These points indicate the kind of behaviour that is expected:

• Cross-functional awareness / organisational understanding.
• Customer service orientation.
• Conceptual thinking.
• Ability to decide on a comprehensive sound course of action and commit to a definite course of action.
• Team leadership in respect of utilising expertise of manager / supporting staff members.
• People Centricity – Respectful and helpful nature when dealing with clients, peers, and colleagues.
• Urgency – The position requires decisiveness, quick response, and fast action.
• Self-Control – The ability to govern one’s emotions and reactions is a key part of customer service
• Maintain high ethical standards personally and professionally.