BITRI invites suitably qualified applicants for the following positions:
ELECTRIC MOBILITY ASSISTANT TECHNICIANS
Main Purpose of the Position:
The electric mobility assistant technician will demonstrate to and guide the electric mobility trainees through a hands-on approach, the technologies of electric vehicles and effectively support the Electric Mobility Team in performing ICE to EV conversions, which responsibilities will include:
Assist the capacity-building facilitators with the planning and practical activities of the training modules.
Organise the workshop to facilitate the running of the training sessions.
Receive and organise spares for BEVs and ICE to EV conversion activities in a digital database.
Assist with coordination of vehicle disassembly and assembly, testing and related quality assurance procedures.
Maintain a record of each ICE to EV converted vehicle worked on for future maintenance needs.
Education
A minimum of a National Craft Certificate in Auto Mechanics, Auto Electrical or any related trade AND training in electric mobility or electric vehicles technologies from a recognised institution or any other equivalent qualification acceptable to BITRI is required.
Experience and Working Knowledge
The incumbent shall have as a minimum:
• 2 years’ experience in the field of their trade. This experience can be a cumulation of short internship work experiences.
• Prior experience in the automotive, maritime or heavy plant machinery industries will be an advantage.
• Good communication skills, ability and interest to work across a range of different projects in the electric mobility programme, good organisational skills, attention to detail, ability to work under tight timelines and ability to work independently and overtime.
• Rehearsed computer skills particularly in MSWord and MS Excel.
Remuneration
BITRI offers attractive working conditions and remuneration commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The above position is for a TWO (2) year fixed term contract.
Application letters with comprehensive CVs, certified copies of certificates and names of 3 traceable referees should be submitted to the following address:
The Chief Executive Officer
Botswana Institute for Technology, Research and Innovation (BITRI)
C/o Plot No. 50654, Machel Drive
Private Bag 0082, Gaborone
Tel: 3607500 Email: oseodubeng@bitri.co.bw and lmafa@bitri.co.bw
The closing date for applications is 7th June 2024.
NB: Due to the anticipated high number of applications, BITRI will only respond to shortlisted candidates.