Senior Officer - Bellville, South Africa - University of the Western Cape

University of the Western Cape
University of the Western Cape
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Bellville, South Africa

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Description
Post Number Faculty/Department- University of the Western Cape -> Natural Sciences -> Earth Science- Type of Position- Permanent - Full Time- Length of Contract Period- N/A- Location- Main Campus - Bellville, WC ZA (Primary)- Closing Date- 22/3/2024
Role Clarification & Key Performance Areas

  • Coordinate and organize undergraduate and postgraduate field trips.
  • Manage the Department's teaching collection.
  • Oversee the maintenance of Departmental equipment.
  • Manage the Graphite Furnace Atomic Absorption Spectrometer and geochemistry laboratories.
  • Provide IT and computer related support to the department.

Minimum Requirements

  • BSc Honours in Geology or Earth Sciences.
  • A valid driver's license.
  • Demonstrated ability in managing laboratories and facilities.
  • Demonstrated ability in handling the logistics and organizing of undergraduate and postgraduate field trips.
  • Be willing to undertake 4x4 driver's training.

Required competencies:


  • Excellent technical and maintenance skills.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Adaptability and the ability to operate in a diverse environment.
  • Studentfocused approach.
  • Coaching and mentoring skills.
  • Planning and organizing skills.
  • Computer literacy skills.
  • Technical professional knowledge and skills in the discipline.
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