Technical Assistant: Fashion & Manufacturing; Re-advertisement

Technical Assistant:
Fashion & Manufacturing (Re-advertisement) - (8972)

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Technical Assistant:
Fashion & Manufacturing (Re-advertisement)

Informatics & Design

Cape Peninsula University of Technology ->
Informatics & Design

District Six Campus - Cape Town, WC ZA (Primary)

Permanent

Support / Admin

1

To be confirmed

4/10/2026

To provide technical assistance in the studio/workshop by aiding the Technician, Lecturers and students during practical classes and to ensure that studio/workshop equipment/machinery are well maintained and are in good working conditions at all times.

Ensure that machines are functional at all times and that they are serviced and are well maintained to ensure smooth running of classes. Ensure that H&S requirements are met and adhered to.

• Matric (Grade 12) qualification)
• At least two (2) years' experience in fashion manufacturing environment
• Experience working with a variety of clothing manufacturing materials, techniques and clothingproduction machinery

• A National Diploma in Fashion

• Preparation for practical classes
• Administering stock and assisting in the management of the components in thestudio/workshop.
• Assist with setting up of machines/equipment in the studio/workshop
• Maintenance and repair of machinery/equipment (Equipment checking, diagnostics and lightrepairs)
• Procurement and managing of spares, materials and consumables
• Stock control & inventory
• Stands in for the Technician on request to supervise the studio/workshop, to assist withdemonstrations, to attend to faulty equipment etc.
• Assist the technicians in budgeting and planning sessions
• Perform Administrative tasks related to the role
• Ensure Health and Safety compliance
• Perform other functions as may be assigned by the Head of Department
• Adaptability
• Good organizational and planning skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Learner Focus
• Safety Awareness
• Aptitude for technology, mechanics and electronics
• Self-motivated
• Ability to work under pressure
• High level computer literacy
• Attention to details
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Coaching skills
• Team player
• Technical/Professional knowledge & skills
• Learner focus
• Time management
• Managing work

Closing Date: 4 October 2026

The Cape Peninsula University of Technology is committed to Employment Equity and aims to attract and retain talented individuals to achieve our equity objectives and therefore, people from the designated groups, including those with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants whose appointment contributes towards the achievement of demographic representation. We reserve the right not to make an appointment.

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