Assistant Technical Manager

Mediclinic Group; Vereeniging; On-site; ZAR 500 000 - 600 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Vereeniging is seeking a Technical Manager to oversee operations, manage a technical team, and ensure maintenance of equipment. Candidates should have a level 6 Engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering and at least 4 years of experience, particularly in HVAC systems. This full-time, permanent position offers on-site work where you will lead and support technical projects while managing budgets and ensuring stakeholder satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license and reliable transport.
• Minimum 4 years of post-graduate engineering experience with HVAC exposure.

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.

Skills

Technical plant operations and building maintenance

People management

Financial management and budgeting principles

Project management

Quality management

Preventative maintenance

Fault finding and troubleshooting

Report writing and communication

Operational standards (e.g. LEAN principles)

Computer skills (MS Office suite)

Education

NQF level 6 Engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Mediclinic Vereeniging, South Africa
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter: Helen Bouverie
Reference number: 64130
Workplace type: On‑site
Employment type: Full Time
Position: Permanent

Main Purpose of Job

Under the supervision of the Technical Manager oversee the technical team and manage, improve, and optimise 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. Ensure maintenance of buildings and equipment keeps assets in their original state.

Key Responsibility Areas

• 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 and suppliers in the hospital
• Ensure quality management and continuous improvement within technical operations
• 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 and finances

Required Education

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

Desired Education

Not applicable

Essential Certification

Valid driver’s licence and reliable transport.

Desired Certification

Not applicable

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 Job Skills and Knowledge

• Technical plant operations and building maintenance
• People management
• Financial management and budgeting principles
• Project management
• Competent person as defined in paragraphs (b)(c) or (d) of General Machinery Regulations of 1988 (OHS Act 85 of 1993) – South Africa only
• Quality management
• Preventative maintenance
• Fault finding and troubleshooting
• Report writing and communication (verbal and written)
• Operational standards (e.g. LEAN principles)
• Use of mechanical tools and machinery
• Computer skills (MS Office suite)

All applicants will be considered with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.