Mechanical Artisan (HVAC)
Job Title: Mechanical Artisan (HVAC)
Company: Life Healthcare
Location: Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital
Closing Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Contact: candace.lottering@lifehealthcare.co.za
Position Overview
Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital is hiring a Mechanical Artisan (HVAC) to maintain and ensure the continuous availability of mechanical services essential for hospital infrastructure. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, Thobekani Dlamini, this role supports high standards in healthcare and a technologically advanced environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintenance and Repairs: Maintain and repair mechanical systems, including HVAC units, compressors, autoclaves, vacuum pumps, kitchen equipment, and hot/cold-water reticulation.
- Independent Functioning: Operate autonomously in a service environment while ensuring effective feedback and completion of daily job cards.
- Inventory Control: Manage stock and inventory for mechanical parts and equipment.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS) and Life Healthcare’s risk management standards.
- On-Call Duties: Be available for after-hour standby and call-outs as needed.
- Assistance in Additional Tasks: Provide support for related tasks as assigned by management.
Requirements
- Education: Minimum N5 qualification in Mechanical Engineering with a Trade Test certificate.
- Experience: At least three years in engineering maintenance, preferably in a hospital or similar environment.
- Technical Skills: Familiarity with a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), ideally SAP PM.
- Other: Valid driver’s license and access to personal transportation.
Core Competencies
- Problem-solving and Analysis
- Resilience and Adaptability
- Diversity Engagement
- Effective Communication Skills
- Influence and Energy
- Customer Responsiveness and Ethical Standards
- Relationship Building and Organizational Awareness
Application Process
Qualified candidates should submit their CV to candace.lottering@lifehealthcare.co.za by Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Internal applicants are advised to inform their line managers prior to application.
Note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If no response is received within two weeks post-application, consider the application unsuccessful.
