Job Opportunities in South Africa


October 9, 2024

Rhodes University

OTHER


Readvertising: Chief Technical Officer (Grade 13)

Chief Technical Officer (Grade 13)
Chemistry Department
Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

The Chemistry Department invites suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

The purpose of this role is to oversee all the technical functions of the Department of Chemistry, including running of chemical stores, running of undergraduate laboratories, instrument maintenance, laboratory maintenance, and to provide technical support.
The Requirements

A bachelor’s degree (NQF 7) with majors in a science-based subject or equivalent technical qualification (NQF 7) with majors in a science-based discipline plus approximately 6 years’ relevant experience where such experience includes: -

  • Appropriate physical or chemical science technical experience/certification (computer-based instrument repair, troubleshooting)
  • Experience in the maintenance of electronic analytical equipment
  • Supervision of a team
  • Previous experience working in a technical environment.
  • Previous experience working with maintenance safety standards

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile for further information and ensure that all relevant documentation is submitted.
The following documents are required:
  • A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications, which should include the following: -
    • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
    • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
  • A strong and succinct motivation which tells us your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.


Please note, no hand-written applications will be considered. Failure to submit all documentation will result in an application being disqualified.


Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact 046 603 8043.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):
  • Short-listing meeting date: TBC
  • The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
  • Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade 13):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R511,439.00
Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R673,903.00


All applications will be treated in strict confidence. This post is advertised as a permanent post, but the University may opt to appoint on a fixed-term contract of not less than three years. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application in itself does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.


Rhodes University has a vaccination mandate as part of its Conditions of Service. The implementation of the vaccine mandate has been held in abeyance from 01 January 2023. Should the COVID-19 situation change in a way that the number of cases of COVID-19 pose a threat to the University, the implementation of the Vaccine Mandate will be re-activated and all staff would be required to be fully vaccinated.



Closing Date: 23 October 2024

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply. Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act of 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act No. 13 of 2022 and the University's Recruitment and Selection policies.


Our core values and principles are the foundation of our commitment to creating a positive, supportive, and enabling environment. These values guide our decisions, actions, and how we engage with each other as we work to achieve our vision and mission. These values are:
Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

Latest Job Opportunities


October 20, 2024

Six Sense
IT Officer

Cape Town

OTHER

View Details

October 20, 2024

EY
Associate / Senior Associate IT Audit: Johannesburg & Cape Town

Cape Town

View Details

October 20, 2024

EY
IT Audit: Manager/ Assistant Manager IT Audit Cape Town

Cape Town

View Details

October 20, 2024

EY
Associate Director- Valuations - Cape Town

Cape Town

View Details

October 20, 2024

EY
Indirect Tax Assistant Manager (VAT) (CPT/JHB) 1 1

Cape Town

View Details

October 20, 2024

EY
SAP Solutions Architect - Manager 1

Cape Town

View Details

October 20, 2024

Stellenbosch University
Maties Netball Head Coach

Stellenbosch

View Details

October 20, 2024

Stellenbosch University
Lecturer: Department of Public Law

Stellenbosch

View Details

October 20, 2024

City of Cape Town
Assistant Professional Officer - IT Change Control Coordinator IS&T

Cape Town

View Details

October 20, 2024

Altwork Global
Educational Project Support Intern

Cape Town

INTERN

View Details

Similar Jobs


October 18, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Researcher: Centre for Biological Control (One-year contract).

Phuthaditjhaba

FULL TIME

View Details

September 12, 2024

AVBOB
Chief Buyer

Bloemfontein

FULL TIME

View Details

October 17, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Researcher / Associate Professor Researcher

OTHER

View Details

October 15, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor: Drama Department

OTHER

View Details

October 15, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor: Drama Department

OTHER

View Details

October 11, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Lecturer in the Division of Pharmaceutical Chemistry

OTHER

View Details

New Jobs from This Company


October 18, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Researcher: Centre for Biological Control (One-year contract).

Phuthaditjhaba

FULL TIME

View Details

October 17, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Researcher / Associate Professor Researcher

OTHER

View Details

October 15, 2024

Rhodes University
Bioinformaticist Researcher
View Details

October 15, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor: Drama Department

OTHER

View Details

October 15, 2024

Rhodes University
Readvertising: Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor: Drama Department

OTHER

View Details