Technician/ Senior Technician

THE NATIONAL KIDNEY FOUNDATION; Singapore; On-site; SGD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Singapore is seeking a disciplined Technician/Senior Technician to manage maintenance and repairs in their facilities. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of building maintenance experience, capable of coordinating contractors, and ensuring service improvement. A Nitec/ITC qualification in Building Services is required, along with the ability to work overtime. This role focuses on enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 3 - 5 years of hands-on experience in building maintenance.
• Possession of a Class 3 driving licence is preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Experience in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services will be an added advantage.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily minor repairs and maintenance at NKF Dialysis Centres.
• Coordinate and supervise contractors for minor/ad-hoc works.
• Update Reporting Officer on outstanding issues.
• Continuously seek ways to improve maintenance processes.

Skills

Preventive & Corrective Maintenance

Contractor & Emergency Coordination

Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

Task Planning & Time Management

Education

Nitec / ITC (Level 3) in Building Services or equivalent

Job description

Overview

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is dedicated to promoting kidney health and providing quality, highly subsidised dialysis treatment and holistic care to patients. We strive to be an advocate and integrator for the community, by the community.

While supporting kidney failure patients with quality dialysis and integrated care, NKF’s greater mission lies in preventing or delaying kidney failure through health education, deeper community integration, and strategic partnerships.

As we work toward our Future Forward 2030 vision, we remain committed to:

• Tackling the growing prevalence of kidney failure
• Enhancing patient support and care
• Leveraging technology to improve the efficacy and quality of treatment

We are looking for a disciplined and dependable Technician/ Senior Technician to join the Facilities team. Reporting to the Supervisor, you will handle daily repair and maintenance, coordinate with contractors, respond to emergencies, and play a proactive role in preventing breakdowns, all while improving systems and enhancing service delivery. Your responsibilities are as follows:

Responsibilities

• Maintenance & Repairs – Perform daily minor repairs and maintenance at NKF Dialysis Centres. Ensure timely rectification of defects to minimise disruptions (to be completed within the day or an acceptable time frame). Proactively conduct preventive maintenance checks to reduce breakdowns and downtime.
• Contractor & Emergency Support – Coordinate and supervise contractors for minor/ad-hoc works, ensuring quality completion. Respond to after-hours emergencies and support critical facility issues when required, this includes during the weekends as well.
• Monitoring & Reporting – Update Reporting Officer on outstanding issues and follow through with rectification plans. Gather on-ground feedback to identify areas for improvement.
• Service Improvement & Innovation – Continuously seek ways to improve maintenance processes and user experience. Demonstrate initiative in problem-solving and contribute innovative ideas to enhance service delivery.

Qualifications

• Nitec / ITC (Level 3) in Building Services or equivalent

Experience

• 3 - 5 years of hands-on experience in building maintenance, with a strong practical background.
• Possession of a Class 3 driving licence is preferred.
• Willingness to work overtime when required.
• Experience in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E) services will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies

• Preventive & Corrective Maintenance – Skilled in conducting routine checks, identifying faults early, and performing timely rectifications to minimise downtime.
• Contractor & Emergency Coordination – Capable of supervising contractors and responding effectively to urgent or after-hours facility issues.
• Effective Communication & Stakeholder Engagement – Able to liaise professionally with internal teams, contractors, and end-users to ensure smooth operations.
• Task Planning & Time Management – Strong organisational skills to prioritise work, manage schedules, and complete tasks independently.