Technical Manager

Mediclinic; oThongathi; On-site; ZAR 600 000 - 900 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare services provider in oThongathi is looking for a Technical Operations Manager to oversee the management and maintenance of facilities. This role requires a minimum of 6 years of post-graduate engineering experience, particularly with HVAC systems, and a relevant engineering qualification. The successful candidate will manage technical projects, on-site contractors, and ensure quality management within the operations. A valid driver's license and reliable transport are essential. This position offers an opportunity to lead a focused technical team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of post-graduate engineering experience with HVAC and auxiliary electrical power supplies.
• Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport.

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.
• Oversee and manage on-site contractors/suppliers in the hospital.
• Ensure quality management and continuous improvement within Technical Operations.
• Manage stakeholder relations and client service within the technical environment.

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 & communication verbal and written

Operational Standards e.g. LEAN principles

Use of mechanical tools and machinery

Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office)

Education

NQF level 6 Engineering qualification in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tertiary qualification in business management / leadership

Job description

Mediclinic is an international private healthcare services group, founded in South Africa in 1983, with divisions in Switzerland, Southern Africa (South Africa and Namibia) and the United Arab Emirates.

The Group is focused on providing specialist‑oriented, multidisciplinary services across the continuum of care in such a way that the Group will be regarded as the most respected and trusted provider of healthcare services by patients, medical practitioners, funders and regulators of healthcare in each of its markets.

Main Purpose of Job

To oversee the technical team and manage, improve, and optimise the technical operations within the facility. To act as the management representative for quality management, continuous improvement, and occupational health safety related to the engineering aspects of the facilities. The core purpose of this position is to perform maintenance on buildings and equipment to ensure that assets remain 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/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/finances

Required Education

Essential Education

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

Desired Education

Tertiary qualification in business management / leadership

Essential Certification

Valid driver’s license and own reliable transport

Desired Certification

n/a

Required Experience

Essential Minimum Experience

Minimum 6 years of post‑graduate engineering experience with HVAC and auxiliary electrical power supplies exposure.

Desired Experience

2 Years 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) as per General Machinery Regulations of 1988 (OHS Act 85 of 1993) [South Africa only]
• Quality Management
• Preventative maintenance
• Fault finding and troubleshooting
• Report writing & communication verbal and written
• Operational Standards e.g. LEAN principles
• Use of mechanical tools and machinery
• Computer Literacy (Microsoft Office)