Job Description

Job Summary



To monitor, manage and maintain the technical department at a CHG hospital site. The incumbent is responsible for the maintenance of the equipment and facilities management and ensures the availability of all relevant machinery and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

Electrical or Mechanical Diploma National Trade Certificate Minimum of 5 years maintenance experience in a hospital/healthcare Computer literacy Knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety Act Management of daily job cards. Knowledge of R158 Building regulations with specific reference to Hospitals and theatre specifications as well as industrial kitchen A good working knowledge of PFC and stand-by power facilities Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change Good planning and organization skills Ability to work under pressure and adapt to change Willingness to work overtime when necessary

Minimum Job Requirement

Conduct daily checks on all hospital machinery and equipment to ensure all are working well Adhere to preventative maintenance schedules and recommend adjustments / changes where applicable Ensure that jobs are carried out as per job card instructions Perform new electrical installations and upgrades on existing machinery and equipment Conduct daily routine preventative maintenance checks Ensure compliance to maintenance protocols and standards Ensure work performed / executed is per health and safety standards Identify equipment deviations and report to hospital manager and line manager and ensure the appropriate remedial action has been taken Conduct root cause analysis as it relates to recurring technical / mechanical failures Ensure equipment maintenance and operations adhere to machinery regulations OHS act Responsible for the drafting of the facility Plan Oversee the repair, maintenance, installation of electrical machinery and equipment Repair and maintenance of basic and industrial appliances * Is responsible for the overall reticulation of the facility