Position Overview
ENGINEERING MANAGER - MECHANICAL
PC 12
Maintenance & Operations Department
Properties and Services Maintenance and Operations Division, within Properties and Services Department (P&S), is seeking an Engineering Manager – Mechanical that will establish and lead the Mechanical Business Unit, overseeing all mechanical systems across the university campuses. The role ensures reliable operation, statutory compliance, and energy-efficient performance of HVAC systems, service water heating (heat pumps, boilers), gas reticulation, fire safety systems (sprinklers, fire curtains, portable devices), lifts and elevators, pumps and motors, and specialised faculty-procured mechanical equipment. The unit is responsible for managing corrective, planned, and preventative maintenance as well as coordinating all minor and major mechanical projects. Requirements include: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Eng or BSc Eng) (NQF Level 8) Professional mechanical engineer (Pr.Eng in good s...