Artisan – Rondebosch Medical Centre needed at Africa Health Care

Description

• An opportunity exists for an Artisan, reporting to the Technical Services Manager.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, repair, and efficient operation of all air conditioning and refrigeration systems within the hospital premises.
• This role is critical in ensuring a comfortable and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Critical Outputs

• Perform routine inspections, servicing, and maintenance of all HVAC systems.
• Diagnose and repair faults in air conditioning, refrigeration, and ventilation equipment.
• Ensure all HVAC systems comply with health and safety standards and hospital-specific protocols.
• Maintain logs of all repairs and maintenance conducted.
• Work closely with the Technical Services team to support hospital infrastructure operations.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergency repair requests.
• Monitor system performance and energy efficiency.
• Recommend improvements or upgrades to existing systems where necessary.

Requirements

• Trade Test Certificate in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration (NQF Level 4 or higher).
• At least 3 years of post-qualification experience in HVAC systems, preferably in a healthcare
• Knowledge of hospital compliance requirements, including infection control and temperature regulation standards, will be an advantage.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, schematics, and repair documents.
• Physically fit, with the ability to work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Valid Driver’s License (Code B or higher).
• Must be willing to work on a rotational standby schedule and respond to call-outs after hours.

Competencies

• Problem-solving, analysis and judgement
• Resilience
• Engaging diversity
• Verbal & written communication and presentation skills
• Negotiation
• Influencing
• Planning
• Customer responsiveness
• Organisational awareness
• Excellence and quality orientation
• Ethical behaviour
• Technical and professional knowledge

 Closing: 2025-06-24