Technical Assistant

Mediclinic Group; George; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare institution in South Africa is seeking a Maintenance Technician to ensure buildings and equipment are well-maintained. Responsibilities include performing technical jobs, managing on-site contractors, and maintaining stakeholder relations. The ideal candidate has at least 2-3 years of experience in building maintenance and a Grade 10 qualification. A Code B Driver's Licence is preferred.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years’ minimum experience in general building maintenance (basic).
• Possession of a Code B Driver's Licence is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform requested technical jobs within the Hospital.
• Identify and control risk in the technical environment within the Hospital.
• Coordinate and monitor work done by on-site contractors.
• Perform office administration duties within the Technical Department.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relations and client service.

Skills

Skills and knowledge of building maintenance issues

Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment (e.g. OHS and ISO)

Computer literate (Microsoft Office)

Skills and knowledge of general equipment repairs

Education

Grade 10/ equivalent technical vocational qualification

Grade 12

Job description

Overview

Mediclinic Panorama | Panorama, Cape Town | South Africa

Closing date: 03/09/2025

Number of positions: 1

Workplace Type: On-site

Permanent

Recruiter name: Magdalena Van Der Walt

Reference number: 63042

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.

Important notice: Mediclinic warns that third parties may fraudulently advertise vacancies or request payments. Mediclinic will never request payment for an application or offer. Official vacancies are advertised on the Mediclinic career website; candidates should verify vacancy validity on the site.

Main purpose of the job

To perform maintenance on buildings and equipment, and ensure that assets are upheld to their original state.

Key responsibility areas

• Perform requested technical jobs within the Hospital
• Identify and control risk in the technical environment within the Hospital
• Coordinate and monitor work done by on-site contractors within the Hospital
• Perform office administration duties within the Technical Department
• Build and maintain stakeholder relations and client service within the Technical Department

Required Education

• ESSENTIAL EDUCATION: Grade 10/ equivalent technical vocational qualification

Desired Education

• Grade 12

Essential Certification

• n/a

Desired Certification

• Code B Driver\'s Licence

Required Experience

• ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 2-3 years’ minimum experience in general building maintenance (basic)

Desired Experience

• n/a

Required Job Skills And Knowledge

• Skills and knowledge of building maintenance issues
• Occupational Safety, Health, and Environment (e.g. OHS and ISO)
• Computer literate (Microsoft Office)
• Skills and knowledge of general equipment repairs

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.