Training Officer Fitter Millwright Electromech at South African Sugar Association

Job 2011047 | Ref 1244
The Shukela Training Centre (STC) is a well-regarded training institution started over 40 yrs ago that delivers high quality engineering & agricultural training to learners in the sugar and other industries.
Skilled artisans are critical to addressing todays’ economic challenges and we would like to give you an opportunity to contribute to the training and development of up and coming artisans.
We have an employment opportunity for an experienced Technical Training Officer – Fitter/Millwright (Electromechanician), reporting to the Technical Training Manager (Mechanical).
The successful candidate must be passionate about training and meet the following requirements:

• a minimum of a N3 Certificate, or a relevant NQF 4 qualification and have successfully completed a National Trade test in either Fitting/Millwright (Electromechanician);
• 2 yrs work experience post apprenticeship;
• accreditation under NAMB as an Assessor and/or Facilitator;
• strong hands-on technical experience coupled with previous experience as a Facilitator/Assessor/Trainer;
• effective communication skills in English are essential however the ability to communicate in Zulu would be advantageous;
• computer literacy in MS Office;
• a Wireman’s Licence is advantageous.

The ideal candidate will have the following competencies:
Ability

• supervise and set up work control systems to ensure performance, quality, safety and cost standards are met
• ensure instruction is given by means of appropriate training methods thus ensuring students receive full coverage of the relevant syllabus
• work to high levels of safety and good mechanical practice
• implement customised training courses to meet customer’s specific needs
• supervise, mentor and coach adult learners

Experience

• evaluating performance and preparing written evaluation reports for each learner.
• making persuasive and compelling technical presentations
• conducting and assessing trade tests
• supervising and instructing learners
• preparing training manuals

Knowledge

• safety and first aid codes of good practice
• requirements of the OHS Act
• training principles and training methodologies

Duties
The successful incumbent will be responsible for delivering theoretical and practical training to aspiring artisans. Tasks will include (but not limited to):

• Ensuring that instruction is given by means of appropriate training methods which ensures that students receive full coverage of the relevant syllabus.
• Supervising, mentoring, coaching and instructing Learners.
• Conducting assessments, trade tests, moderations and learner performance evaluations.
• Maintaining learner records including writing of reports, generating certificates and assisting in the compiling of POEs.
• Designing, developing and preparing quality training materials as well as ongoing refinement to training modules and programmes to enhance learning understanding.
• Assisting in implementing customised training courses to meet customer specific needs.
• Maintaining an “expert” knowledge level of the relevant trade through the undertaking of projects and continuous professional development.
• Ensuring that training equipment is kept in good working order and appearance and in a ready for use for each class.
• Building in students a “Safety begins with me” work ethic;
• Carrying out special assignments and projects each year as delegated by management
• Complying and ensuring compliance to the requirements of the OHS Act and STC Safety Standards

Application Procedure
Only applications submitted via the online portal will be considered. Log onto www.sasa.org.za, click on “Careers @ SASA” and follow the relevant links to lodge an application.
Important to note
Short-listed candidates will be required to participate in pre-selection competency and psychometric assessments and must have a clear credit and criminal record.
Aspects of SASA’s Recruitment Policy applicable to this Vacancy 
SASA recognises the need for employers in South Africa to contribute to transformation through active support for the provisions of the Employment Equity Act and Black Economic Empowerment legislation, and recognises the high level of unemployment in our country. Accordingly, our first priority is the provision of employment opportunities to South African nationals. Applications for employment by foreign nationals are considered only in the event that a comprehensive recruitment process has failed to result in the appointment of a suitable South African candidate.
In terms of our employment equity plan the following designated groups are currently underrepresented at certain levels of our organisation, as assessed against the official economically active population of South Africa, and will be given preference when shortlisting for this position: African Females, Coloured Females, African Males, Coloured Males and African and Coloured male and female applicants with disabilities.
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