Head, Automation Unit at Michael Stevens Consulting

Michael Stevens Consulting - Our client, a Multidisciplinary Engineering Consulting firm is seeking a suitably qualified candidate for the position below:

Job Title: Head, Automation Unit

Location: Port-Harcourt, Rivers
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Description

• This candidate will be responsible for the effective management of Automation Projects and the training of the Robotics and Automation curriculum in the classroom and laboratory setting.

Specific Functions / Responsibilities

• Assist in developing and updating curriculum and laboratory projects on some of the following topics:
• Managing Automation Projects
• Programmable Logic Controllers
• Ladder Logic
• Industry 4.0
• Industrial Networking
• Electricity/ Electronics
• Automation
• Manufacturing
• Autodesk Inventor
• Troubleshooting Methods
• Instrumentation and Controls
• C Programming
• Vision Systems
• Conduct classroom and shop training utilizing proper instructional techniques, practices and following the approved curriculum
• Utilize equipment and training aids in daily lessons
• Report all damaged or missing instructional equipment
• Ensure that classroom and shop areas are kept clean, orderly and promote a learning environment
• Maintain and record student attendance and grades
• Prepare class lessons and test in a timely manner
• Design training aids and mock-ups in area of instructor expertise
• Administer tests and make-up tests per MIAT procedures manual
• Ensure that students follow all established policies, procedures, and safety practices
• Ensure that a professional training environment is always maintained in the classroom and shop areas
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of Education or Assistant Director of Education

Qualifications
Education:

• Associate degree required
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Experience:

• 10 years prior experience in the field required
• 5 years prior experience in training preferred
• Autodesk Inventor experience preferred
• Programmable Logic Control experience preferred
• Industrial Networking experience a plus

Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to teach students of various ages and diverse backgrounds
• Effectively Manage Automation projects
• Able to work productively and communicate effectively with students, faculty and staff
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft applications (Word and Excel required)
• Must be able to deal responsibly with confidential information
• Must be personable, energetic and have a customer service orientation
• Must be self-motivated
• Must be able to work alone or with a team

Performance Standards:

• Instructors will be evaluated on their ability to promote and implement the objective of the school
• Assure that the curriculum is adhered to, and delivered with motivation and enthusiasm
• Proper monitoring of all equipment, supplies and tools to ensure the safety of the students and staff on projects
• Ensure that student morale is maintained at a high level
• Maintain a good standing on student and lab equipment evaluations
• All internal and external reports and forms have been accurately completed and submitted in a timely fashion
• Maintain an annual average of 95% student retention
• Instructor evaluations will be done twice a year by management
• Instructors evaluations will be done by students every quarter

Working Conditions:

• Majority of time spent in education environment
• Work will consist an 8-hour day, 75% teaching and 25% administration
• Appropriate safety measures must be followed
• Exposure to chemicals that are standard to the industry

Application Closing Date
30th November, 2020.