Industrial Technician Production (Anaesthetics / Respiratory Unit) (Permanent position)

Western Cape Government Department of Health and Wellness; Wes-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 338,000 - 398,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th cheque

Pension fund contribution

Housing allowance

Medical aid allowance

Job summary

S-Cubed in Western Cape is seeking an Industrial Technician Production (Anaesthetics / Respiratory Unit) to maintain and repair clinical equipment. The role requires hands-on mechanical/electrical skills and a willingness to work overtime or standby as needed.

The salary range is R338,106 to R398,277 per year with benefits including a 13th cheque, pension fund contribution, housing and medical aid allowances. Shortlisted candidates will face testing.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to fault-find and repair clinical equipment.
• Experience in maintenance of anaesthetic and respiratory devices is advantageous.
• Willingness to work overtime and stand-by duties as required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out maintenance, preventative maintenance, repairs and installation of related medical equipment.
• Liaise with clients and colleagues regarding information and progress of work.
• Keep up to date records of equipment including testing, marking and tracking.
• Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act.
• Assist other sections within Clinical Engineering when required.

Skills

Computer literacy

Fault finding

Repair of medical equipment

Electromechanical maintenance

Education

National Diploma or B-tech in Mechanical/Mechatronics/Electronic/Electrical or Clinical Engineering

Job description

Industrial Technician Production (Anaesthetics / Respiratory Unit)

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape

Employment Type:

Permanent

Reference No:

TBH143/2026

Remuneration

R 338 106 per annum - R 398 277 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).

Starting Date

23 Oct 2026

Employment Equity

The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.

Inherent Requirements of the job

Candidate must have the ability to be trained or have experience to operate mechanical machinery i.e. lathe, milling machine, etc. as well as doing minor electronic/electrical repairs by making use of test equipment, i.e. a multi-meter. Active interest in Medical Equipment, like ventilators and anaesthetic machines and repair and servicing thereof. Willing and able to perform physically challenging work. Willing to perform any other task required by you, requested by Clinical Engineering management. Candidate must be willing to assist other technicians in different workshops within Clinical Engineering, if required from time to time. Valid Driver’s license Code B. Willing to work over-time if required. Willing to do stand-by duties and callouts if required.

Note

Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency test on day of interview.

Experience

Appropriate practical experience in the repair and maintenance of equipment in a Clinical Engineering or other Engineering environment and be willing to be trained in-house on ongoing basis.

Duties (key result areas/outputs)

Carry out maintenance, preventative maintenance, repairs and installation of related medical equipment. (Could be after hours or weekends). Liaise with clients and colleagues with regards to information and work progress. Ensure continuity of service by assisting other sections within CED, prioritising of work and agree to allocation of work due to operational requirements as determined by Clinical Engineering management. Write reports and assist with the drafting of specifications. Keep up to date records of equipment and activities including acceptance testing, marking and tracking. Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act. Candidate must adhere to all legal requirements, protocols and procedures.

Competencies (knowledge/skills)

Computer literacy (including excel and word). Proven ability in fault- finding and repair of equipment, including, but not limited to, anaesthetic machines, ventilators, suction units, blenders and other equipment maintained by Clinical Engineering Anaesthetic workshop. Good written and verbal communication. Candidates must have experience to manage, plan and organise maintenance schedules on equipment. Knowledge of the Occupational health and safety act 1993 and its relevant regulations. Understanding of what Clinical Engineering entails. Basic knowledge of anaesthetic and respiratory life support equipment.

National Diploma (T- N- or S- Stream) or a B-tech degree (or equivalent) in Mechanical/ Mechatronics/Electronic/Electrical or Clinical Engineering.

NOTICE TO ALL

Candidates must comply with the advertised appointment requirements of the post by the closing date and time of the advert.Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.All shortlisted candidates, including SMS, shall undertake two pre-entry assessments. One will be a practical exercise to determine the candidate’s suitability based on the post’s technical and generic requirements, and the other will be an integrity (ethical conduct) assessment.

• It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
• available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
• bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body etc. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.