Technicians (Avionics, Aviation Mechanics and Automotive) (3 Posts)
Engineering Jobs
- University of Zimbabwe - UZ
- Expires 17 Jul 2026
- Harare
- Full Time
Job Description
DEPARTMENT OF AUTOMOTIVE AND AERONAUTICAL
ENGINEERING
3.1 Technicians (Avionics, Aviation Mechanics and Automotive) (3 Posts)
Duties and Responsibilities
Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate would be responsible for:
• Setting up and running laboratory practical's.
• Ensuring the functionality and safety of the laboratory.
• Responsible for all technical aspects of the Department.
• Demonstrating methods and experiments to students.
• Controlling the materials kept in stock.
• Ensuring that lab equipment is ready for use when needed.
• Assisting the Department in soliciting for laboratory equipment.
• Managing the lab timetable and scheduling of machine use.
• Ensuring that all health and safety procedures are understood and followed correctly.
• Ensuring that equipment is properly cleaned.
• Assisting academic staff and students in research activities and projects and any other tasks as may be assigned by the Chairman.
• Good discipline of students within the laboratory.
• Proper care and holding of lab tools and equipment.
• Upkeep of attendance registers and absenteeism reports.
• Procuring of departmental equipment and consumables.
Qualifications and Experience
3.1.1 Avionics
Qualifications and Experience
• The successful incumbent must have, at least:
• A degree in Aircraft Engineering (Avionics) or equivalent from an institution recognized by the University.
• An MSc degree would be an added advantage.
• Experience in the use and application of aircraft engineering software would be ideal.
• Relevant technical experience will be an added advantage.
3.1.2 Aviation Mechanics
Qualifications and Experience
• The incumbent must have a minimum of:
• A degree in Aircraft Engineering (Aviation Mechanics) or equivalent.
• An MSc degree will be an added advantage.
• Be able to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Relevant technical experience and an ability use and application of aircraft engineering software would be an added advantage.
3.1.3
Automotive
Qualifications and Experience
• The incumbent must have atleast:
• A degree in Automotive Engineering or equivalent.
• An MSc degree and an ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
• Relevant technical experience and the ability to use and apply aircraft engineering software would be an added advantage.
How to Apply
APPLICATION PROCEDURE
Applicants must apply online through the University of Zimbabwe Careers Portal at www.uzcareers.co.zw. All required documents must be uploaded in PDF format and should include a detailed Curriculum Vitae with full particulars such as full name, place and date of birth, national I.D. number, birth certificate, and certified copies of academic and professional qualifications. Applicants must also provide information on their work experience, date of availability, contact telephone numbers, and the names and addresses of three contactable referees.
Deputy Registrar Human Capital Management University of Zimbabwe P.O. Box MP 167 HARARE
The closing date of receipt of applications is
17 July 2026
The University of Zimbabwe is an equal opportunity employer, Therefore men and women are equally encouraged to apply.
Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
