DEPARTMENT: School of Aviation
FUNCTION: Support the daily operations of the Aviation Workshop/ Hangar.
PRIMARY TASKS:
· Carry out all directions of the Senior Manager- Aviation Training, with regard to student practical activities in the workshop/ hangar.
· Assist with daily operations of workshop/ hangar in general on a full-time basis.
· To assist in the smooth running of the workshop/ hangar, with regards to its logistical needs in material preparation, storage and ordering of materials.
· To ensure that health and safety procedure is practiced and enforced and reported to the workshop/ hangar supervisor in this regard.
· Ensure that the workshop/ hangar are organized and prepared for the following day’s requirements, i.e. work is stored properly, equipment is left in a safe condition etc.
· Assist and maintain an inventory of all tools and equipment.
· Assist in the upkeep of registers and logbooks as required by OH&S.
· Record, issue and receive tools from/ to students.
· Prepare raw materials for student projects (cutting to rough size).
· Assist instructors during practical classes/ assessments.
· Carry out minor repairs and routine maintenance, under supervision of the Senior Manager- Aviation Training, on tools and equipment to comply with OH&S so that it is safe to use and is in proper operating condition.
· Liaise with instructors to ensure 100% availability of tools and consumables during all classes.
· Design and fabricate equipment and teaching aids where appropriate with the assistance of instructors.
· Oversee cleaning of the workshop facility on a daily basis.
· Follow the University rules and regulations.
· Responsible for providing quality support towards workshop/ hangar activities.
· Perform any other practical/ theoretical training related duties, as required by the Senior Manager- Aviation Training.
Skills
Essential:
• Diploma in relevant field.
• 5 years experience in a relevant field.
• A commitment to maintain high standards of workplace occupational health and safety.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills in the English language.
• Ability to maintain stock and equipment inventories.
• Basic maintenance and servicing experience of tools and equipment.