Artisan Millwright

LIFE Healthcare Group; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution in Pretoria is seeking a Millwright Artisan to ensure the continuous availability of mechanical services. Candidates must have a N5 qualification with a Trade Test certificate in Electrical engineering and 3 years of experience in maintenance. Key duties include inspections and repairs of mechanical and electrical systems, adhering to safety regulations, and oversight of contractors. This position requires a valid Wireman’s License, a driver's license, and good computer skills, particularly in CMMS like SAP.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years in operations or engineering maintenance.
• Practical experience in a hospital or similar environment is essential.
• Valid Wireman’s License and Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair various mechanical equipment.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Manage maintenance work by contractors according to regulations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Verbal & written communication skills

Organisational awareness

Education

N5 qualification with Trade Test certificate in Electrical (Heavy Current)

Tools

Computer literacy

SAP PM

Job description

Overview

A vacancy exists for a Millwright Artisan at Life Groenkloof Hospital, reporting to Hospital Engineering Manager. The job entails continuous availability of Mechanical services for the Hospital infrastructure. Be a part of a professional team providing high standards in healthcare and a high-tech environment.

Electrical Systems

• Accurately read and translate electrical blueprints or technical diagrams and networks.
• Install and maintain electrical wiring, control, and lighting systems.
• Inspect electrical components and equipment, such as transformers, generators, UPS systems and various types of circuit breakers.
• Execute inspections, installations and testing of distribution boards (DBs) of low and medium voltage ratings.
• Demonstrate competency in using electrical and electronic measuring and testing devices such as multimeters, amp meters, megger, phase rotation meter, earth leakage tester, plug tester, etc.
• Identify electrical problems or faults using a variety of electrical and electronic testing and measuring devices.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, or fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
• Inspect and make electrical repairs to basic and complicated workshop handheld and fixed power tools.
• Advise management on whether continued operation of equipment could be hazardous.
• Provide preliminary sketches and cost estimates for electrical materials and services.
• Provide assistance and perform stand-by duties during emergencies by operating floodlights, generators, UPS, and driving needed vehicles.

Mechanical Systems

• Maintain and repair air-conditioning units, air handling units, heat pumps, vacuum pumps, compressors, autoclaves, kitchen equipment, gas installations, hot and cold-water reticulation and all other mechanical equipment.
• Attend to mechanical breakdowns and take remedial action.
• Conduct daily, weekly and monthly inspections on mechanical equipment.
• Ensure operation and reliability of mechanical equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements.
• Ensure that mechanical services are done timeously and service records are properly filed.

Compliance and Safety

• Follow state and local building regulations based on SANS10142, R158 and NBR to carry out inspections, installations and repairs.
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair to ensure compliance with OHS Act.
• Conduct risk assessments prior to conducting any maintenance related work on mechanical equipment.
• Adhere to safe working practices like OHS Act and NOSA guidelines.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
• Maintain and control electrical spares and store-room or area adhering to company procedures around safety, housekeeping and general engineering best practices.
• Maintain equipment parts and supplies inventories by checking stock to determine inventory levels.

Administrative

• Direct and train workers, assistants and trainees to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring or equipment.
• Plan layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on function specifications and SANS10142.
• Perform business management duties such as maintaining records and files, preparing reports and ordering supplies and equipment using the company’s active CMMS (SAP).
• Prepare mechanical maintenance reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Monitor and manage maintenance work conducted by contractors including the adherence to all Health and Safety regulations.
• Completion of daily job cards as well as feedback thereof is a high priority.
• After hour standby and call out responsibilities.

Requirements

• At least N5 qualification with Trade Test certificate in Electrical (Heavy Current) engineering with a minimum of 3 years in operations or engineering maintenance.
• Practical experience in a hospital environment or similar environment is essential.
• Wireman’s License
• Driver’s License and own transport are a necessity
• Computer literacy and experience on a CMMS preferably SAP PM would be an added advantage

Competencies

• Attention to detail
• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication skills
• Professional and technical proficiency
• Building relationships
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Influencing skills
• Action orientation
• Excellence orientation
• Ethical behaviour

Email: [e-mail]

Closing date: Thursday, February 5, 2026

Internal applicants - Before making an application, you are requested to discuss your application with your line manager. External candidates will also be considered.

Explore our vacancies and find the right opportunity for you. Download the application form and email to the relevant contact person specified in the job advertisement.

Life Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Thank you for your interest in this opportunity. Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Applicants who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date of this advert, should consider their application as unsuccessful.