Vaal University of Technology (VUT) invites suitably qualified individuals to apply for various academic, research, and support roles across multiple departments. Whether you’re an IT specialist, academic, researcher, or student support professional, VUT offers rewarding opportunities that foster innovation, transformation, and development.
Vacancy Overview
Employer:
Vaal University of Technology (VUT)
Closing Dates:
- Director: Electrical Engineering – 10 June 2025
- Other Academic & Support Posts – 12 or 13 June 2025 (as listed per post)
Location:
VUT Main Campus, Vanderbijlpark, Gauteng, South Africa
System Analyst
Department: IT Services
Post Nº: 0006 | Grade: 08
Closing Date: 13 June 2025
Email Application To: recruitment4@vut.ac.za
Requirements:
- 3-Year Diploma in IT
- Project Management Certificate (mandatory)
- ITIL (advantageous)
- 2 years in systems analysis/design
- 2 years Linux systems experience
Skills:
SQL, scripting (Python, JS), CI/CD, cybersecurity tools, system evaluation, user liaison
Senior Lecturer / Lecturer – Logistics & Supply Chain Management (x2)
Department: Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Post Nºs: 0053 & 0133 | Grade: 08
Closing Date: 12 June 2025
Email Application To: recruitment1@vut.ac.za
Requirements:
- Master’s (Lecturer) / Doctoral (Senior Lecturer) in Logistics/Supply Chain
- 2–5 years’ relevant academic/industry experience
- SAP certification and publications are advantageous
Duties:
Lecturing, postgraduate supervision, research, departmental management, curriculum development
nGAP Lecturer – Entrepreneurship (x3)
Department: Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Post Nºs: 2504, 3146, 3147 | Grade: 08
Closing Date: 12 June 2025
Email Application To: recruitment1@vut.ac.za
Requirements:
- Master’s in Entrepreneurship/MBA/Business Management (70%+ research pass)
- ≤ 40 years old; South African citizen
- Commitment to complete a Doctoral degree within 6 years
Duties:
Teaching, curriculum development, student support, research and publications
Registered Counsellor
Department: Student Counselling Support
Post Nº: 7521 | Grade: 09
Closing Date: 12 June 2025
Email Application To: recruitment1@vut.ac.za
Requirements:
- Honours in Psychology
- Registered with HPCSA as a Registered Counsellor
- Minimum 2 years’ experience
Duties:
Student counselling, crisis intervention, life skills training, support groups, workshops, research
Director – Electrical Engineering (Renewable Energy)
Faculty: Engineering & Technology
Department: Electrical Engineering
Post Nº: 0475 | Grade: 05
Closing Date: 10 June 2025
Email Application To: recruitment2@vut.ac.za
Requirements:
- Doctorate in Electrical Engineering/related field
- 10+ years academic/industry experience
- 3+ years research management
- ECSA registration
Expertise Areas:
Renewable energy, postgraduate research supervision, industry partnerships, fundraising, curriculum design
📨 How to Apply
All Applications Must Include:
- Completed VUT Application Form (PDF)
- Comprehensive CV
- Certified copies of academic qualifications and transcripts
- Certified copy of ID
- Contact details for referees
- Email application to the relevant address per post, quoting post reference and title in subject line
Important Notes:
- No manual applications will be accepted
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted
- Candidates with foreign qualifications must submit a SAQA evaluation
- VUT is committed to Employment Equity; preference given to designated groups