Job Requirements
Minimum educational qualification: B-Tech or National Diploma or equivalent (T- or N- or S- Stream) in Experience: Appropriate practical experience with the repair and maintenance of anaesthetic and respiratory life support equipment (preferred) or proven experience in medical equipment maintenance. Mechanical/ Mechatronic Engineering. Inherent requirements of the job: Valid driver’s license (Code B) and own reliable transport in order to handle call-out duty. Willing to work overtime. Willing to work within any Clinical Engineering discipline should it be necessary. Do standby duties and handle after hour calls. Competencies (knowledge/skills): Knowledge of medical equipment maintenance is essential. Ability to read circuit diagrams, fault-find and repair electronic medical equipment. Practical experience with the repair and maintenance of anaesthetic and respiratory life support medical equipment or have an interest in the maintenance of mentioned equipment. Good written and verbal communication skills. Ability to manage, plan and organize maintenance schedules. Good inter-personal relations. Possess accurate technical ability and insight in order to solve problems. Computer literacy. Understand the functions of Clinical engineering. Active interest in life support equipment in a hospital environment.
Duties
Carry out maintenance, repairs, calibrations, routine inspections and evaluation of anaesthetic and respiratory life support equipment and all equipment maintained by the Clinical Engineering Department and allocated to the workshop. General administrative duties as required by Clinical Engineering i.e. Write reports, specifications and record keeping of equipment 382 and departmental activities. Liaise with hospital staff and private sector employees. Train various staff and hospital personnel. Ensure compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act. Adhere to all legal requirements, protocols and procedures.
What is the Salary
R338 106 per annum
Location
Tygerberg Hospital, Parow Valley
How to Apply
Ms M Rossouw Tel No: (021) 938-4634
Applications must be submitted by using the following URL https://www.westerncape.gov.za/education via Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox.
Apply Before:
31 July 2026
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Additional Information
No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a practical assessment on day of interview.
