Technical Service Technician – Medical Equipment

PTY; Randburg; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd in Randburg, South Africa, is seeking a Technical Service Technician to maintain, troubleshoot, calibrate and repair medical equipment at customer sites.

You will perform preventive maintenance, respond to faults, interpret manuals, and ensure compliance with medical regulations while building strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in technical service, maintenance, or repair (medical equipment preferred).
• Experience in hospitals or healthcare environments is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and wiring diagrams.
• Computer literate (MS Office and service management systems).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
• Customer-focused with strong attention to details.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, and configure medical equipment at customer sites.
• Perform preventative maintenance, routine servicing, and safety inspections.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and software-related faults.
• Conduct testing and calibration to ensure optimal equipment performance.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Maintain accurate service records, reports, and job cards.
• Ensure compliance with medical regulations, quality standards, and company procedures.
• Adhere to all health and safety requirements.
• Assist with internal audits and quality assurance processes.
• Manage and track spare parts, tools, and service equipment.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales and operations.
• Participate in ongoing training and development.

Skills

MS Office

Service management systems

Electrical Systems

Diagnosing faults

Customer focus

Problem solving

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Service management systems

Job description

Red Ember Recruitment (PTY) Ltd | Permanent

Technical Service Technician - Medical Equipment

Northriding, South Africa | Posted on 29/06/2026

A Johannesburg-based company is seeking a reliable and technically skilled Technical Service Technician to join their team.

The role involves the maintenance, troubleshooting, calibration, and repair of medical equipment, while ensuring compliance with industry standards and delivering professional technical support to customers.

Responsibilities:

• Install, commission, and configure medical equipment at customer sites.
  
• Perform preventative maintenance, routine servicing, and safety inspections.
  
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and software-related faults.
  
• Conduct testing and calibration to ensure optimal equipment performance.
  
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to clients.
  
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships.
  
• Maintain accurate service records, reports, and job cards.
  
• Ensure compliance with medical regulations, quality standards, and company procedures.
  
• Adhere to all health and safety requirements.
  
• Assist with internal audits and quality assurance processes.
  
• Manage and track spare parts, tools, and service equipment.
  
• Collaborate with internal teams, including sales and operations.
  
• Participate in ongoing training and development.
  

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' experience in technical service, maintenance, or repair (medical equipment preferred).
  
• Experience within hospitals or healthcare environments is advantageous.
  
• Strong understanding of electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems.
  
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and wiring diagrams.
  
• Computer literate (MS Office and service management systems).
  
• Strong problem-solving and analytical ability.
  
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Good time management and organizational skills.
  
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.
  
• Customer-focused with strong attention to details.