Assistant Technical Manager

Mediclinic Group; Piet Retief; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 700 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Piet Retief is seeking an Assistant Technical Manager to oversee technical operations and manage the technical team. The ideal candidate will ensure optimal maintenance of buildings and equipment, manage projects, and control departmental finances. Candidates must hold an NQF level 6 engineering qualification and have at least 4 years of relevant post-graduate experience. A commitment to quality management and strong leadership abilities are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of post-graduate engineering experience with HVAC and electrical power supplies.
• Valid driver's license and own reliable transport.

Responsibilities

• Oversee management and maintenance of building, plant and equipment.
• Manage and support technical projects within the hospital.
• Control department budget and finances.

Skills

Technical Plant Operations and Building Maintenance

People Management

Financial management and budgeting principles

Project Management

Quality Management

Fault finding and troubleshooting

Computer Skills (MS Office suite)

Education

NQF level 6 Engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Mechanical tools and machinery

Job description

Overview

Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg, South Africa — Assistant Technical Manager

Closing date: 15/01/2026 • Number of positions: 1 • Workplace Type: On-site • Employment Type: Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

Under the supervision of the Technical Manager, oversee the technical team and manage, improve, and optimise the technical operations within the facility. Act as the management representative for quality management, continuous improvement, and occupational health and safety related to the engineering aspects of the facilities. The core purpose of this position is to perform maintenance on buildings and equipment to ensure that assets are upheld to their original state.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the management and maintenance of building, plant and equipment
• Manage and support technical projects within the Hospital
• Manage and mitigate Technical Operations risk within the Hospital
• Oversee and manage on-site contractors/suppliers in the Hospital
• Ensure quality management and continuous improvement within Technical Operations
• To manage stakeholder relations and client service within the technical environment at Mediclinic
• Lead and manage the people in the technical team
• Manage and control department budget/finances

Education, Certification and Experience

Required Education
ESSENTIAL EDUCATION
NQF level 6 Engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering with Thermodynamics and Electro Technology passed at 2nd-year level.

DESIRED EDUCATION
n/a

Essential Certification
Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

DESIRED CERTIFICATION
n/a

Required Experience
ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE
Minimum 4 years’ of post-graduate engineering experience with HVAC and auxiliary electrical power supplies exposure.

Desired Experience
Experience within a facility management environment

Required Skills and Knowledge

• Technical Plant Operations and Building Maintenance
• People Management
• Good knowledge and experience in financial management and budgeting principles
• Project Management
• Competent person as defined in paragraphs (b), (c), or (d) as per General Machinery Regulations of 1988 (OHS Act 85 of 1993) [South Africa only]
• Quality Management
• Preventative maintenance
• Fault finding and troubleshooting
• Report writing & communication verbal and written
• Operational Standards e.g. LEAN principles
• Use of mechanical tools and machinery
• Computer Skills (MS Office suite)

Other Information

All applicants will be considered, with preference given in accordance with Mediclinic Southern Africa's Employment Equity Plan, including internal applicants/employees meeting minimum requirements.

Additional Details
Recruiter: Lynelle Govender
Reference number: 66328

Internal Candidate Note
If you are an internal employee on a fixed term contract, apply using an external candidate profile rather than your employee profile.

EEO and Compliance

Mediclinic is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.