Job Description
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Technical Officer
Faculty of Engineering
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The Sri Lanka Institute of Information Technology (SLIIT) is a pioneer in the higher education sector of Sri Lanka and offers undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in a wide range of disciplines. It is committed to provide the best student experience through a dedicated group of academic and non-academic staff. The main campus located in Malabe has excellent academic and recreational facilities.
We are looking for an energetic and self-motivated individual to join our team as a Technical Officer attached to the Department of Mechanical Engineering at the Faculty of Engineering.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Maintaining a safe working environment in the lab by ensuring compliance with safety protocols & regulations.
- Conducting safety briefings & equipment training for students before lab activities.
- Ensuring that all safety gear, signage, & first-aid equipment are in place and functional.
- Ensuring proper functioning of all lab equipment, tools, and machinery.
- Performing regular maintenance, inspections, & calibration of machines.
- Maintaining an updated inventory of tools & consumables; manage equipment procurement when necessary.
- Assisting setting up experiments for undergraduate and graduate laboratory sessions.
- Providing technical support to students, researchers, & staff during lab sessions.
Minimum Requirements:
- NVQ level 5 or 6, or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.
- Proficiency in operating workshop machinery (e.g., CNC machines, lathes, milling machines, welding machines, 3D printers), maintenance & troubleshooting of tools and equipment.
- Good knowledge of materials like metals, wood, plastics, and composites.
- Ability to create prototypes using various techniques (e.g., welding, soldering, cutting).
- Knowledge of workshop safety protocols & equipment (e.g., PPE, fire safety) & ability to conduct risk assessments & ensure compliance with regulations.
- Skilled in computer-aided design (CAD) software & reading & interpreting technical drawings & blueprints.
- Mechanical assembly, repair skills & familiarity with basic electrical systems & circuits.
SLIIT offers a competitive salary and other benefits commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Please send your resume via email to careers@sliit.lk clearly indicating the post applied for on the subject line of the email, to reach us within 7 days of this advertisement.