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Technical Manager

Modderfontein

31 Jul 2024

Maintenance

The incumbent will be responsible for the management of risks related to hospital infrastructure and assets related to all plant and equipment. This includes but is not limited to: 

  • To establish and implement training processes and strategies for all technical personnel
  • Analyse, plan and develop requirements and standards in reference to scheduled project and maintenance
  • Assign and oversee the daily tasks of technical personnel while ensuring efficient and quality service delivery
  • Hold regular team meetings to determine progress and address any challenges
  • Research and evaluate hardware and software options and weigh the cost/benefit analysis before procuring services and products on behalf of the business
  • Ensure proper maintenance and installation takes place
  • Comply with all regulatory requirements and implement systems to ensure and proof compliance
  • To oversee the technical team and manage, improve and optimise the technical operations within the facility
  • Drive and monitor conformance to SLA, identify gaps and implement corrective action
  • Identify, together with Group Procurement, applicable services and service providers
  • Effective quality systems management 

  • Grade 12 or Qualification Equivalent to NQF Level 4
  • National Trade Certification
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations

  • 10 years working experience of which 5 were spent on a managerial/supervisory position
  • Relevant hospital experience will be a recommendation
  • Experience in building maintenance, plumbing, and carpentry

  • Intermediate computer skills
  • Computer Literacy essential
  • Capacity to implement and maintain standards of health practice required from all accredited bodies and appropriate health legislation
  • Customer service orientated with high working standards
  • Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to function independently with minimum supervision
  • Fluent communication in English essential
  • SAP knowledge will be advantageous
  • Ability to carry out basic electrical fault finding
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations specifically OHS Act 85 of 1993 General Machinery Regulations
  • Excellent Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Customer service orientated with high working standards

    Possess the following skills:

  • Financial Management and Budgeting
  • Quality Management
  • Preventative Maintenance
  • Report Writing
  • Use of Mechanical Tools and Machinery
  • Project Management
  • People Management