Lecturer: Operations Management

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Job Title

Faculty

Business and Management Sciences

Department

Cape Peninsula University of Technology ->
Business and Management Sciences ->
School of Commerce, Management & Governmental Sciences ->
Operations Management

Campus/ Location

All CPUT Campuses - All CPUT Campuses, ZA (Primary)

Job Type

Permanent

Occupational Function

Number of Positions

1

Annual Salary Package (incl. Medical Aid rate based on principal member only)

To be confirmed

Advert Closing Date

12/10/2026

Job Purpose

The purpose of this position is to lecture and facilitate learning in Operations Management–related subjects at NQF Levels 7 and 8, such as Operations Management Techniques, Managing the Value Chain Network, Strategic Management, Project Management, Enterprise Resource Planning and Statistics. The incumbent will be responsible for curriculum development and regular updating of course content to ensure academic relevance, industry alignment, and compliance with institutional standards.

The successful candidate will contribute to departmental, and Faculty academic initiatives aimed at enhancing teaching, learning, and research excellence. This includes active participation in research activities, scholarly engagement, and community engagement initiatives in line with the Faculty’s strategic objectives.

The department also seeks to appoint an experienced Lecturer with demonstrated knowledge and teaching expertise in Costing and Financial Management, and Basic Computer Applications within a higher education context.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Experience

Minimum Requirements:
Lecturer

• A Master’s degree in Operations Management /Industrial Management/Supply Chain Management/Transport and Logistics Management/Quality Management.
• An underpinning qualification in Operation management/ Industrial Engineering/Supply Chain Management/ Transport and Logistics Management/ Quality Management.
• A minimum of two (2) years’ full-time teaching experience in a higher education environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in hybrid teaching and learning models, including face-to-face, online and blended delivery modes.

• A minimum of three (3) years’ relevant industry experience in operations management, supply chain management or related functional areas.
• Sound subject knowledge in Operations Management and related disciplines at undergraduate level (NQF Levels 7and
  8).
• Proven experience in teaching Costing, Financial Management, and/or Basic Computer Applications within a higher education environment.
• Proven ability to develop, review, and update curriculum content in alignment with institutional and industry requirements.
• Demonstrated research engagement, including postgraduate supervision and a record of accredited scholarly publications.

A Doctoral degree in Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, or a closely related discipline will be advantageous.

Key Performance Areas / Principal Accountabilities

Teaching & Learning

Lecture both undergraduate and post graduate subjects in the department. Compile subject guides in compliance with university guidelines. Use appropriate teaching methods, practices and technologies. Identify students at risk timeously and develop intervention strategies. Appoint tutors /mentors to support students learning experiences.

Academic Development

Complete the University Teaching Development Programme (TDP). Attend departmental Faculty and institutional academic development workshops and seminars

Accreditation –

Adhere to Council of Higher Education accreditation policy and procedures.

Administration

Administer student attendance registers and assessment records. Upload students’ assessment results as per university deadlines.…