The Western Cape Department of Health and Wellness is a department of the Government of the Western Cape, responsible for providing public healthcare to the population of the Western Cape province of South Africa.
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Control Engineering Technician Grade A (Electrical/Mechanical)
An appropriate National Diploma in Engineering (Electrical/Mechanical) or equivalent relevant qualification.
At least 6 years appropriate/recognisable experience after obtaining the relevant qualification e.g. National Diploma in Engineering. Appropriate experience in design, specification and maintenance of hospital infrastructure with a strong emphasis on plant, reticulation and engineering systems. Appropriate experience in the compilation of specifications and procurement documentation.
Compile specifications and tender documentation within time limits. Manage projects from inception to close-out. Liaise with clients with regard to information and work progress.
Ensure continuity of service schedules, prioritizing work, and consideration of operational requirements. Ensure Engineering infrastructure, plant and equipment comply with Occupational Health and Safety Act. Built environment related regulations and prescripts in the Health Care environment.
Knowledge in the compilation of specifications and tender documentation. Contracts and quality management skills. Knowledge of risk analysis and risk mitigation strategies and prioritisation.
Conversant with OHSA and regulations pertaining to Electrical and Electrical installations. Conversant with NEC contracts especially the Short-, Term service- and Framework agreement forms of contracts.
Computer literate (MS Word. Auto CAD and Excel). Knowledge and experience in computer aided design of engineering infrastructure in the health care environment. Sound interpersonal and good verbal and written communication skills.
Registration with ECSA as a professional Engineering Technician.
Willing to work overtime, stay away and travel throughout the Western Cape Province, often at short notice. Willing to assist in other institutions and directorates. Physically fit and able to inspect buildings and related engineering infrastructure and machinery Valid (Code B/EB) driver’s licence.
Grade A: R 551 493 per annum A portion of the package can be structured according to the individual's personal needs.