The incumbent will be responsible for the management of risks related to hospital infrastructure and assets related to all plants 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 compliance
To oversee the technical team, manage, improve and optimize 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
Lead and empower the technical team with a hands-on approach
Be willing to perform standby duties and respond to call outs
Must have own reliable transport
Grade 12 or Qualification Equivalent to NQF Level 4
Mechanical Artisan Trade Qualification preferable in Plant & Machinery Field
National Trade Certification
3-4 years’ work experience in similar or same position
Relevant hospital experience will be a recommendation
Experience in building maintenance, plumbing, and carpentry
Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act Regulations
Intermediate computer skills
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
Computer Literacy essential
Fluent communication in English is essential
Knowledge of general industry standard computer job card reporting systems and generating reports from such systems including performance, job card requests etc.
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
Financial Management and Budgeting
Quality Management
Preventative Maintenance including upkeeping of service and inspection schedules
Report Writing
Use of Mechanical Tools and Machinery
Project Management and People Management
Familiar with all relevant regulatory and statutory regulations
