MIDLANDS STATE UNIVERSITY
STAFF VACANCIES
Applications are invited from suitably qualified and experienced persons for the following posts:
CENTRAL SERVICES, AMENITIES AND MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
Post B: Artisan Supervisor – Fleet Maintenance (1 Post Gweru)
Qualifications and Experience
- Class One Journeyman certificate in Motor Mechanics
- A minimum of 5 years’ relevant professional supervisory working experience
- Valid and clean driver’s license
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise mechanics and technicians to ensure efficient fleet repair and maintenance operations
- Plan, schedule, and monitor maintenance and repair activities to meet set timelines
- Prioritise and allocate work orders based on urgency and operational requirements
- Conduct routine inspections of fleet vehicles to detect faults and preventive maintenance needs
- Liaise with fleet operators and departments to assess maintenance needs and provide solutions
- Maintain accurate records of repairs, servicing, and parts inventory
- Enforce safety regulations and train staff on workplace safety procedures
- Manage relationships with suppliers and service providers to ensure timely availability of parts and materials
- Conduct staff performance reviews and provide coaching for skills development
- Keep abreast of emerging technologies and best practices in automotive maintenance
- Contributes to departmental success by performing all essential duties as assigned.
Person Specification
- Strong organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities
- Effective verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional customer service skills
*NB: Midlands State University is an equal opportunity employer. In the interest of promoting gender parity, female candidates are encouraged to apply.
APPLICATIONS
Applicants must submit copies of applications with the following: application letter, certified certificates, transcripts, copies of academic (‘O’ and ‘A’ level), national identification and curriculum vitae giving full details of names, place and date of birth, experience, present salary, date of availability, contact telephone number (s) and names and email addresses of three referees addressed to the Deputy Registrar – Human Resource
Deputy Registrar (Human Resource)
Midlands State University
The application pack should be sent as a single merged pdf file to email address: vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw.
Closing date for applications is 10 April 2026. Note that only shortlisted candidates will be communicated to.
Applicants should clearly state the post being applied for in the subject line. It should also be noted that non-adherence to any of the above instructions will automatically cause the application to be disqualified.
To apply for this job email your details to vacancies@staff.msu.ac.zw