The Individual will primarily be responsible for, but not limited to the following:

• Develop research proposals.
• Define and refine research objectives.
• Design and set-up research projects.
• Use mathematical and computer simulation techniques to conduct research on technical requirements for conventional and innovative building systems (Fire, acoustics, thermal, durability).
• Develop and perform technical assessments of Conventional and innovative building systems to meet technical requirements of NHBRC.
• Develop frameworks, guidelines and policies to promote innovative building technologies (IBT) in human settlements.
• Review and develop Quality Control manuals for IBT.
• Research the performance of new and existing products, materials, systems and green building technologies.
• Develop methodologies and perform site investigations and evaluations of IBT systems.
• Investigate and develop methodologies for forensic engineering practices/ processes.
• Research and develop appropriate remedial works technologies.
• Research and develop models for housing performance (e.g. thermal, acoustics, condensation, fire).
• Development of technical publications and training materials.
• Provide inputs to the review and update of NHBRC Technical Requirements, the Home Building Manual and the Guide to the Manual.
• Project management of special projects.
• Contribute and perform any other research assigned as per the Research Agenda, or as required to advance the strategic objectives of NHBRC.
• Provide advice to technical staff as required.
• Present technical publications at conferences, workshops and industry technical committees.
• Liaise with stakeholders and deal with queries as they arise.
• Provide contributions to the review and development of ABT technical policies, procedures and guidelines.
• Identify and advise about possible new business development strategies for the NHBRC.
• Develop action plans for future research work.
• Prepare and present Terms of Reference for new research projects.
• Monitor the operational budget.
• Preparation of draft letters and memos for the Exec and Business Unit.
• Proofreading, formatting and aligning of documents submitted to the Exec for approval.
• Monitoring of action lists from general and research meetings on behalf of the Executive and advice on urgent and important issues that require the Executive’s action.
• Maintain confidentiality on sensitive information and intellectual property rights.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, processes and procedures and advise of deviations.
• Coordinate reports submission.
• Check accuracy of the reports.
• Distribute reports to the Manager.
• Build, support and maintain healthy diverse internal and external relations and implement remedial actions where required.
• Provide relevant support to stakeholders to ensure team objectives are achieved.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in (NQF 7) in Building Sciences/ Construction Technologies/ Engineering/ Architectural.
• Minimum of five (5) years’ work experience in Building Sciences / Research in Construction Technologies / Architectural/ Engineering.
• Minimum three (3) years in a supervisory role is mandatory.