THE PAPUA NEW GUINEA UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY

The Papua New Guinea University of Technology is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Technical Officer to lead and manage our Mechanical Engineering Workshop. This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong leadership, technical expertise, and a passion for engineering education to contribute to the growth and development of our institution.

SCHOOL OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERING

Principal Technical Officer - Workshop

The Principal Technical Officer will be responsible for managing and modernizing the Mechanical Engineering Workshop, ensuring that all tools, equipment, and resources are maintained at optimal levels. The role involves training students and workshop personnel, enforcing safety policies, assisting academic staff with research and student projects, and overseeing the implementation of new workshop technologies and equipment. The successful candidate will demonstrate leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to create a safe and efficient learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Mechanical Engineering Workshop, ensuring efficiency and modernization.
• Oversee workshop facilities, resources, and supplies to support teaching and research.
• Maintain and repair tools, equipment, and teaching materials.
• Provide technical training and mentorship to workshop personnel and students.
• Enforce safety policies and procedures in compliance with OSHE regulations.
• Assist academic staff with workshop activities and student projects.
• Identify and recommend new workshop equipment and technologies.
• Manage resource planning and project management tools.
• Monitor and evaluate student projects, providing constructive feedback.
• Prepare technical reports, quotations, and workshop budgets.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in handling and maintaining workshop machinery and tools.
• Experience with CNC machines and CAD/CAM software.
• Strong leadership, organizational, and planning skills.
• Demonstrated people management abilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong computer literacy and reporting skills.

Personal Attributes:

• Proactive and willing to take initiative.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and mentor junior staff.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and professional work environment.

Conditions of Service

Principal Technical Officer PGK46,556 - PGK56,902 per annum

Domestic Market Allowance PGK6,677 - PGK10,683 per annum

(Level of appointment depends upon qualification and experience)

Application Procedure

Detailed application with curriculum vitae including certified copies of qualifications, names and addresses including email addresses, phone numbers of three (3) current referees including one from past/present employer, if any, should be sent to the address below:

The Executive Director - Human Resources

PNG University of Technology

Private Mail Bag

Lae, 411

Papua New Guinea

Applications must be compiled and sent as one PDF file to recruitment@pnguot.ac.pg with an indication of their earliest availability to take up the appointment.

PLEASE NOTE

• Deadline for all applications is 25th of April, 2025.
• Only shortlisted applications will be acknowledged.