Mechanical Artisan

Netcare; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 280,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration and benefits

Job summary

Netcare is seeking a skilled Electrical Technician to perform repair, maintenance and installation of electrical machinery and equipment across hospital facilities. You will follow established maintenance schedules, conduct inspections, fault-finding and ensure safety standards are met in a demanding healthcare environment.

Essential qualifications include matric and a relevant trade diploma with at least three years of experience.

Qualifications

• Matric or related NQF level 4 qualification.
• National Trade Diploma as follows: Electro-Mechanician (NQF 5), Electrical/Mechanical Trade Test (NQF 4), Civil Trade Test (NQF 3).
• Three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Occupational Health and Safety Act regulations relating to machinery.
• Knowledge of the R158 building regulations, esp. hospitals, theatres, industrial kitchens.

Responsibilities

• Perform repair, maintenance and installation of electrical machinery and equipment, devices and appliances.
• Carry out maintenance tasks per Equipment Type Skills Assessment TGL v1.1.
• Ensure installation and basic maintenance of facility equipment.
• Maintain basic/industrial household appliances.
• Conduct routine maintenance per servicing schedules.
• Inspect, fault-find and resolve issues in devices and machinery.
• Plan and implement preventive maintenance per policy.
• Perform safety inspections on portable electrical equipment.

Skills

Personal work ethic

Building relationships

Communication

Teamwork

Technical knowledge

Education

Matric or equivalent (NQF 4)

National Diploma Electro Mechanician (NQF 5)

Electrical/Mechanical Artisan - Trade Test (NQF 4)

Civil Artisan - Trade Test (NQF 3)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose. We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity. Netcare invites you to be part of our journey.

KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform repair, maintenance and installation of electrical machinery and equipment, devices and appliances.
• Perform maintenance tasks as stipulated in “Equipment Type Skills Assessment TGL v1.1”
• Ensure installation and basic maintenance of any facility equipment.
• Ensure repair and maintenance of basic and industrial “household appliances.
• Ensure routine maintenance on plant and machinery, as stipulated by servicing schedules of the equipment, and/or as requested by the Supervisor/Manager.
• Conduct inspection, fault finding and problem resolution of devices, equipment and appliances.
• Conduct preventive maintenance planning and implementation, according to Company Policy and Procedures, as determined from time‑to‑time.
• Conduct safety inspections on all portable electrical equipment according to specifications.
• Report on the condition and functionality of the any plant and machinery, including general electrical reticulation.
• Ensure cost control through proper preventative maintenance and fast and effective response to breakdowns.
• Perform a stand‑by function in accordance to the SOP.

Personal and professional development

• Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development
• Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures
• Ensure professional technical conduct at all times.

SKILLS PROFILE

Essential Matric or related NQF level 4 qualification.

• National Trade Diploma as follows:
  • 1) Electro-Mechanician - National Diploma Electro Mechanician at NQF level 5.
  • 2) Electrical / Mechanical Artisan - Electrical / Mechanical Trade Test at NQF 4.
  • 3) Civil Artisan - Civil Trade Test at NQF level 3.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Essential Three years’ experience in a similar role.
• Preferred Computer literate in MS Office.
• Occupational Health and Safety Act’s regulations relating to machinery.
• Knowledge of the R158 building regulations, specifically with regards to hospitals, theatres, and industrial kitchens.

KNOWLEDGE

Essential Familiar with all relevant Regulatory and Statutory regulations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee’s ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation.

SKILLS

• Personal Work Ethic Capacity to instill an ethic of quality and consistency in self and others.
• Building Relationships Capacity to establish constructive and effective relationships.
• Communication The capacity to clearly present information, either written or verbal.
• Teamwork Capacity to cooperate with others to work towards a common goal.
• Technical Knowledge The capacity to perform a technical function to required standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting daily business operations, including standby. Will interact with internal and external customers through several different means. Ability to travel independently due to 24hr functionality of the hospital environment.

NETCARE VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

Netcare Values At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence. At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our healthcare partners in everything that we do. We care about the truth in all our actions. We listen with empathy and respond with acts of compassion in all interactions with our patients and their families. The Netcare Way Netcare is committed to providing quality care. Our basic service standard holds us accountable for the below seven behaviours which you will be accountable to uphold: Respect - I always greet everyone to show my respect. Identity - I always wear my name badge to show my identity. Dignity - I always treat others with consideration and humility to uphold dignity Care - I always act in the best interest of Netcare and others to show I care Compassion - I always listen with empathy and respond with kind action to show my compassion Appreciation - I always say thank you to show my appreciation. Diversity- I always embrace diversity to strengthen inclusivity and belonging.

The Netcare Way

• Respect - I always greet everyone to show my respect.
• Identity - I always wear my name badge to show my identity.
• Dignity - I always treat others with consideration and humility to uphold dignity.
• Care - I always act in the best interest of Netcare and others to show I care.
• Compassion - I always listen with empathy and respond with kind action to show my compassion.
• Appreciation - I always say thank you to show my appreciation.
• Diversity - I always embrace diversity to strengthen inclusivity and belonging.

We attract highly skilled, engaged, and performing employees who are passionate about providing quality health and care. By joining Netcare, you will feel a great sense of inclusion and belonging as part of a family that cares about your growth and wellbeing. You will work with the best-in‑class technology with high standards of health and safety. We offer competitive remuneration and benefits that are benchmarked against the best market trends. You will enjoy a fulfilling career working in a high performance, values driven organisational culture that values diversity. The Netcare Group offers a wide spectrum of career opportunities within various disciplines including nursing, emergency medical services, pharmaceutical services, information technology, human resources, finance and administration, procurement, technical and maintenance and marketing.

Our story begins with our values and our behaviours. We are motivated by a belief in the sanctity of human life. We see it as a privilege to serve South Africans in their time of greatest need and vulnerability. To this end, we constantly explore new ways to blend compassion with cutting edge capabilities. But while much has been said about our world class facilities, our global benchmarks and clinical best practice, our greatest strength is our people. People who care for other people.

Our Netcare people

At Netcare, our people are the heartbeat of our organisation. We strive to grow with talented, compassionate people. Our people come from diverse backgrounds and cultures, and are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity. Our values and behaviours reflect our belief in human dignity, and guide how we treat each other.