Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
Provide technical support to trainers and trainees during practical sessions by assisting in the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of workshop equipment and machinery.
Maintain custody, security and accountability of workshop assets, including equipment, tools, machinery, consumables and materials, by ensuring their proper receipt, storage, issuance, utilization, maintenance and safeguarding against loss, damage, theft or misuse.
Maintain accurate workshop inventory and asset records, including stock registers, equipment registers, maintenance records and issue/return records, while ensuring adequate stocks of tools, materials and consumables are available.
Enforce occupational health, safety and environmental standards by ensuring safe work practices, proper use of personal protective equipment, and prompt reporting of accidents, hazards and incidents to the Section Head.
Prepare and implement preventive maintenance schedules for workshop equipment and machinery, maintain servicing records and ensure timely servicing to maximize equipment availability and operational efficiency.
Prepare requisitions for workshop consumables, tools, equipment and spare parts, monitor their utilization, and advise the Section Head on workshop budgetary and resource requirements.
Inspect workshop equipment and machinery, identify faults or non-functional items, segregate unsafe equipment, report breakdowns and recommend repairs, replacement or disposal where appropriate.
Develop technical specifications for the procurement of workshop equipment, machinery, tools and materials to ensure the acquisition of appropriate and quality resources. (adsbygoogle=window.adsbygoogle||[]).push({});
Supervise the cleanliness, organization and security of the workshop to maintain a safe, orderly and conducive environment for training, research and practical instruction.
Perform any other technical duties assigned in support of the Polytechnic training, research and operational objectives.Requirements for Appointment
Requirements for Appointment
Diploma in Automotive Engineering or equivalent qualification from a recognized institution.
At least three (3) years' experience in a comparable and relevant position.
Demonstrated proficiency in trade craftsmanship, safe handling and use of tools and equipment, interpretation of work instructions, attention to detail, teamwork, effective communication, integrity and service orientation.