PURPOSE OF THE POSITION<\/p>\n
\tTo disseminate traceability relating to the National Measurement Standards in the field of Acoustics (sound in air), Ultrasound and Vibration to industry, thereby supporting South African trade and to facilitate the implementation and maintenance of the requirements of the NMISA Total Quality
\n\tManagement System (TQMS) within the Acoustics, Ultrasound and Vibration Section to ensure the effectiveness and smooth functioning of relevant NMISA processes.<\/p>\n
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE<\/p>\n
\tThree-year tertiary qualification in the following fields: B.Eng (Mechatronics or Electronics) or four-year B.Tech (Mechatronics or Electronics) with a clear understanding of mechanical systems.
\n\tMinimum of three (3) years\u2019 work experience in a laboratory\/technical environment (in acoustics and\/or vibration will be an added advantage).
\n\tProven software development experience and instrumentation automation and control.
\n\tStrong mathematical and statistics background
\n\tComputer literacy in Microsoft\u2122 Office Suite software and Microsoft\u2122 operating systems.
\n\tExperienced in technical report writing.
\n\tMust be able to work independently and as part of a team.
\n\tMust pay attention to detail.
\n\tMust be able to perform physical and logical reasoning independently.
\n\tComfortable with repetitive work\/ tasks.
\n\tComfortable with working with established\/ structured environment\/ procedures.
\n\tProficiency with hand tools and electronic measurement and simulation instruments.<\/p>\n
Strong written English communication skills. The following will be an advantage:<\/p>\n
\tWorking knowledge of ISO\/IEC 17025 and NMISA Total Quality Management System.
\n\tAn understanding of GUM and the Estimation of Measurement Uncertainty.
\n\tWorking knowledge of relevant International Published Document Standards (IEC and ISO).<\/p>\n
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:<\/p>\n
\tDevelopment of measurement techniques and technical procedures.
\n\tMaintenance and dissemination of national measurement standards to industry through calibration of client instruments and reference standards.
\n\tRoutine calibration of instruments, equipment, and transducers for clients.
\n\tScientific reporting and record keeping.
\n\tMaintenance of laboratory instruments.
\n\tProviding transfer of knowledge to industry by presenting technical papers at workshops and conferences, and in local or international publications, preferably peer-reviewed.
\n\tParticipate in selected NMISA-wide technical forums.
\n\tProvide input and assist in compiling laboratory plans for budget, capital, and the NMISA financial system as relevant to the areas of responsibility.
\n\tComply with the requirements of the NMISA TQMS, ISO\/IEC 17025, and SANAS accreditation to ensure process consistency and effectiveness.
\n\tProcure the equipment, components, and consumables required for maintenance, development, improvement, and research-related activities in line with public entity procurement legislation and guidelines as captured in the NMISA finance policies.
\n\tEstimation of uncertainty of measurement and development of uncertainty budgets.
\n\tCompilation of official legal calibration certificates and technical reports.
\n\tObtain and maintain SANAS Technical Signatory Status.
\n\tMaintenance of laboratory quality system and good laboratory practice.
\n\tProfessional registration will be required and maintaining such registration status, i.e., MetCert, ECSA.<\/p>\n
go to method of application \u00bb<\/p>\n
Apply via company website ( N \/ A ) or<\/p>\n
www.nmisa.org<\/p>\n
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