Shukela Training Centre has a contract employment opportunity for an experienced Technical Training Officer trade tested as a Fitter and Turner, based in Mount Edgecombe. The Shukela Training Centre (STC) is a well-regarded training institution established about 50 years. The STC delivers high quality agricultural and engineering training to learners in the sugar industry and other industries within and outside South Africa's borders. Shukela Training Centre has a contract employment opportunity for an experienced Technical Training Officer trade tested as a Fitter and Turner, to report to the Mechanical Technical Training Manager. The successful incumbent will have an opportunity to contribute to the training and development of up-and-coming Fitter and Turner artisans. Duties and Responsibilities: Ensuring that training is delivered by means of appropriate training methods which ensure that learners acquire knowledge and skills as prescribed in the curriculum Ensuring that appropriate assessment methods and techniques are used to aid learners' progressive development and achievement of competences as prescribed in the curriculum Conducting various forms and types of assessments, including trade tests and moderations Providing course reports for all learners enrolled in allocated courses and assisting in the compilation of learners Portfolios of Evidence (POEs) Designing, developing, and preparing quality training materials as well as ongoing refinement and improvement of available training materials and resources Contributing to the development and implementation of customised training to meet customers' specific needs Maintaining an "expert" knowledge level of the Fitter and Turner trade through continuous professional development and participation in special projects and assignments as delegated by Management Ensuring that training equipment is kept in good working order and appearance and in a ready to use state at all times Ensuring that a health and safety work ethic is instilled in learners in his/her care and ensuring compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and Shukela Training Centre Safety Standards Minimum Requirements: Education and Experience: A minimum of an N3 Certificate, or a relevant NQF 4 qualification and a successful completion of a National Trade test in Fitter and Turner trade A minimum of 3 years industry work experience post apprenticeship Computer literacy in MS Office Knowledge and Skills: Accreditation by the National Artisan Moderating Body (NAMB) as an Assessor Previous experience as a Facilitator/Assessor/Trainer Effective communication Please Note: SASA follows a comprehensive recruitment process that includes the formal assessment of cognitive abilities and preferred behavioural styles.