13 Job Opportunities at Institute of Heavy Equipment and Technology (IHET) –  Dar es Salaam & Dodoma 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: career@ihet.ac.tz
Website: www.ihet.ac.tz

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

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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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 career@ihet.ac.tz or hand-deliver to the IHET Campus at Tabata Chang’ombe, Dar es Salaam.

Deadline: 30 April 2026