Nafasi ya kazi :- 13 Career Opportunities at Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET) – April 2026

Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET) – career opportunities

Location: Dar es Salaam and Dodoma Campuses, Tanzania
Application Deadline: 30 April 2026
Contact: Human Resource (HR), Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET), P.O. Box 55079, Dar es Salaam
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.ihet.ac.tz

IHET is an equal-opportunity employer. Women with technical expertise are highly encouraged to apply.

About the institute

The Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET) is a premier center of excellence dedicated to bridging the skills gap in the heavy machinery and industrial sectors. We are looking for innovative, results-oriented, and highly skilled professionals to join our team.

1. Leadership & administration posts

1.1 Deputy principal – academics & research services (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Oversee curriculum development (NACTVET standards)

• Manage academic departments

• Lead industrial research initiatives

• Ensure quality assurance in training

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, education management, or related field

• Minimum 2 years in a senior academic leadership role

1.2 Finance and administrative officer (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Manage daily administrative operations

• Oversee human resources

• Maintain office systems

• Support budgeting and procurement processes

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in public administration, HRM, or business administration

• Strong command of Tanzanian labor laws

1.3 Accountant (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Financial reporting

• Tax compliance (TRA)

• Payroll management

• Fee collection tracking

• Preparing audit-ready financial statements

Requirements:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in accounting/finance

• CPA (T) is highly preferred

• Proficiency in Tally or QuickBooks

1.4 Admission and examination coordinator (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Manage student recruitment and enrollment

• Coordinate internal and external examinations

• Maintain the student database

• Manage academic transcripts and certificates issuance

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in education, ICT, law, or statistics

• Experience with NACTVET enrollment systems is a plus

1.5 Marketing officer (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Brand positioning

• Digital marketing

• Building partnerships with mining and construction firms

• Organizing recruitment drives

Requirements:

• Diploma or bachelor’s degree in marketing, PR, or communications

• Creative mindset with social media expertise

2. Technical & instructional posts

2.1 Workshop manager (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Maintain the fleet of heavy machinery and simulators

• Enforce occupational health and safety (OHS)

• Manage tool inventory and student practical schedules

Requirements:

• Diploma or degree in mechanical/automotive engineering

• 5+ years of experience in workshop management

2.2 Heavy duty mechanic instructor (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Deliver practical and theoretical training on diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and power trains for earthmoving equipment

Requirements:

• FTC or diploma in heavy duty mechanics

• Proven experience in diagnosing CAT, Komatsu, or Volvo machinery

2.3 Auto electric instructor (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Teach modern vehicle electronics, sensor calibration, wiring diagrams, and diagnostic tool usage for heavy-duty machines

Requirements:

• Diploma in auto-electrical engineering or equivalent

• Experience with electronic control units (ECUs) is essential

2.4 Technical drawing instructor (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Teach engineering drawing, blueprint reading, and the use of CAD software (AutoCAD/SolidWorks) for machine parts

Requirements:

• Diploma/degree in engineering

• Expert-level proficiency in AutoCAD

2.5 Psv (public service vehicle) instructor (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Conduct advanced driving instruction for heavy passenger vehicles

• Teach road safety, defensive driving, and traffic regulations

Requirements:

• Valid class C/E driving license

• Certified instructor status with NIT or similar authority

• Clean driving record

3. General education & support instructors

3.1 It instructor (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Teach basic computer literacy, office applications, and the integration of ICT in industrial maintenance and diagnostic software

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in IT or computer science

3.2 Entrepreneurship instructor (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Prepare students for self-employment

• Teach business planning, financial literacy, and startup management in the technical sector

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in business, entrepreneurship, or economics

3.3 Train of trainers (tot) instructor (1 post)

Responsibilities:

• Train technical staff on modern pedagogical methods

• Competency-based education (CBET)

• Effective classroom and workshop management

Requirements:

• Master trainer certification with extensive experience in TVET (technical and vocational education and training) pedagogy

Application requirements

All candidates must submit:

• Cover letter specifying the post applied for

• Updated CV with three professional referees

• Certified copies of academic and professional certificates

Mode of application

Send your application to [email protected] or hand-deliver to the IHET Campus at Tabata Chang’ombe, Dar es Salaam.

Deadline: 30 April 2026