Mechanical Engineer: Engineering & Technical Services at Eastern Cape Department of Health

REQUIREMENTS:

• National Senior Certificate, Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B Eng/BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification coupled with three(3) years’ post qualification experience. Compulsory registration with ECSA as Professional Engineer (Mechanical). A valid Drivers licence.  Computer literate

DUTIES:

• To perform final review and approvals of audits on new engineering designs according to design principles or theory.  Research the needs of the relevant health institutions.  Co-ordinate designs efforts and integration across disciplines to ensure seamless integration with current technology.  Pioneering of new engineering services and management methods.  Manage the execution of maintenance strategy through the provision of appropriate structures, systems and resources. Set engineering maintenance standards, specifications and service levels according to organizational objectives to ensure optimum operational availability. Allocate, control, monitor and repot on all resources. 
• Compile risks logs and manage significant risk according to sound risk management practice and organizational requirements.  Provide technical consulting services for the operation on engineering related matters to minimise possible engineering risks.  Manage the operational capital project portfolio for the operation to ensure effective resourcing according to organizational needs and objectives.  Facilitate the compilation of innovation proposals to ensure validity and adherence to organisational principles.  Continuous professional development to keep up with new technologies and procedure.