Medical Technician - School of Dentistry - Faculty of Health Sciences

University of Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in South Africa is seeking a Medical Technician for the School of Dentistry. The role involves maintaining medical/dental equipment, supervising contractors, and providing training on equipment handling. Candidates should have a National Diploma in Electrical or a related field and three years experience in managing dental equipment. The position offers an opportunity to contribute to high standards in patient care and equipment management.

Qualifications

• Three years trade test in the relevant engineering discipline.
• Wireman’s license (Electrician only).

Responsibilities

• Maintain and manage medical/dental equipment and minor assets.
• Supervise contractors on safety regulations and service rendering.
• Provide ongoing in-service training on handling equipment.

Skills

Problem solving

Safety regulations

Ability to negotiate

Specialised courses on dental chairs

Education

National Diploma in Electrical or Relevant bachelor's in electrical /BTech degree

Tools

Dental equipment

Electrical tools

Job description

UP Professional and Support

FACULTY OF HEALTH SCIENCES

SCHOOL OF DENTISTRY

MEDICAL TECHNICIAN (One post)

PEROMNES POST LEVEL 008

In pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.

The University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive advantage in international science and technology development.

Responsibilities

Maintenance and general daily tasks and repairs:

• Maintaining and managing medical/dental equipment and minor medical/dental assets, including theatre vacuum systems, to prevent downtime and optimize patient care;
• Maintaining electrical, water and clean air pressure to dental equipment;
• Maintaining and updating the asset register regularly, conducting asset verification annually and implementing technical and maintenance processes according to quality standards, and assist in the procurement process of new clinical equipment/ parts thereof by providing guidance and support.
  
  

Coordination And Supervision

• Supervising all contractors on safety regulations and service rendering whilst working on-site;
• Doing inspections on work order after completion and ensuring that the work is done satisfactorily;
• Receiving all work order requests from the end user; register, log calls for the work order at one stop.
  
  

Training

• Providing ongoing in-service training to personnel and students on handling of equipment to avoid frequent equipment breakages including general self-help tasks;
• Assisting with training on occupational safety linked to equipment/machinery.
  
  

Administration

• Preparing/ Collating and monitoring the maintenance plans for all equipment in the facility and the training platform;
• Obtaining quotes for spares needed for repairs and maintenance from companies in line with the approved maintenance plans and procurement plans;
• Sending purchase orders for spares to suppliers.
  
  

After Hours Assistance

• 24 Hour service rendering in case of emergency repairs.
  
  

Minimum Requirements

• National Diploma in Electrical or Relevant bachelor's in electrical /BTech degree in a relevant field;
• Three years trade test in the relevant engineering discipline.
• Wireman’s license (Electrician only)
  
  

Three Years’ Experience In

• Managing/maintaining dental equipment in a hospital or a dental practice environment;
• Electrical/Plumbing;
• Pneumatic experience
• Repairing/ maintenance of dental chairs.
  
  

Required Competencies (skills, Knowledge And Behavioural Attributes)

Knowledge, skills and understanding of:

• Problem solving;
• Safety regulations;
• Ability to negotiate;
• Specialised courses on dental chairs.
  
  

Technical Competencies

• Troubleshooting and repairing electronic and /or dental equipment;
• Specialised skills in fixing dental equipment;
• Electrical skills;
• Computer literacy.
  
  

Behavioural Competencies

• Communication / Telephone etiquette;
• Interpersonal Skills;
• Administrative skills.
  
  

Added Advantages And Preferences

• Honours degree in the relevant field;
• Three years’ experience in Electrical and maintenance in hospital environment.
  
  

The all-inclusive remuneration package for this contract position will be commensurate with the incumbent’s level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines.

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.up.ac.za and follow the link: Careers@UP.

In Applying For This Post, Please Attach

• A comprehensive CV;
• Certified copies of your qualifications;
• Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.
  
  

CLOSING DATE: 6 August 2025

No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.

ENQUIRIES: Ms. LN Sijako, email: [e-mail] , Tel: [phone] for application related enquiries and Prof SL Shangase, email: [e-mail].z a for enquiries related to the post content.

Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 November 2025, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.

The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.

In accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given but is not limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.

All candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal credentials.

By applying for this vacancy, the candidates consent to undergo verification of personal credentials and related information including, but not limited to, qualifications, criminal record, credit record, current and historic disciplinary proceedings as part of the selection process.

The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.