Technical Assistant - Aviation Workshop

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 log books 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 workshop supervisor, on tools & equipment to comply with OH&S so that is it is safe to sue 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.