Mechanical Artisan

We provide meaningful careers that connect people with purpose.

We are united by a common purpose of providing the best and safest care; and by our shared values of Care, Truth, Participation, Compassion and Dignity.

Netcare invites you to be part of our journey.

The Technical Artisan is responsible for all civil, electrical or mechanical related systems of the facility, including but not limited to maintenance, repair and instillation of equipment, devices and appliances.

KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

DISRUPTIVE INNOVATION

Facility maintenance

• Perform repair, maintenance and installation of electrical machinery and equipment, devices and appliances.
• Perform maintenance tasks as stipulated in “Equipment Type Skills Assessment TGL v1.1”
• Ensure installation and basic maintenance of any facility equipment.
• Ensure repair and maintenance of basic and industrial “household appliances.
• Ensure routine maintenance on plant and machinery, as stipulated by servicing schedules of the equipment, and/or as requested by the Supervisor/Manager.
• Conduct inspection, fault finding and problem resolution of devices, equipment and appliances.
• Conduct preventive maintenance planning and implementation, according to Company Policy and Procedures, as determined from time-to-time.
• Conduct safety inspections on all portable electrical equipment according to specifications.

Reporting

• Report on the condition and functionality of the any plant and machinery, including general electrical reticulation.

Cost control

• Ensure cost control through proper preventative maintenance and fast and effective response to breakdowns.

Ad hoc duties

• Perform a stand-by function in accordance to the SOP.

TRANSFORMATION OF OUR SOCIETY

Personal and professional development

• Assume responsibility for own personal and professional development
• Keep up to date with Netcare’s evolving policies and procedures
• Ensure professional technical conduct at all times.

SKILLS PROFILE

EDUCATION

Essential

• Matric or related NQF level 4 qualification.
• National Trade Diploma as follows:
• 1) Electro-Mechanician - National Diploma Electro Mechanician at NQF level 5.
• 2) Electrical / Mechanical Artisan - Electrical / Mechanical Trade Test at NQF 4.
• 3) Civil Artisan - Civil Trade Test at NQF level 3.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Essential

• Three years’ experience in a similar role.

Preferred

• Computer literate in MS Office.
• Occupational Health and Safety Act’s regulations relating to machinery.
• Knowledge of the R158 building regulations, specifically with regards to hospitals, theatres, and industrial kitchens.

KNOWLEDGE

Essential

• Familiar with all relevant Regulatory and Statutory regulations

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• In the event of any physical or psychological limitation that may impair the employee’s ability to perform the required job function, the employee must consult the employer for reasonable accommodation.

SKILLS

Personal Work Ethic

• Capacity to instill an ethic of quality and consistency in self and others.

Building Relationships

• Capacity to establish constructive and effective relationships.

Communication

• The capacity to clearly present information, either written or verbal.

Teamwork

• Capacity to cooperate with others to work towards a common goal.

Technical Knowledge

• The capacity to perform a technical function to required standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Professional flexibility in working hours while supporting daily business operations, including standby.
• Will interact with internal and external customers through several different means.
• Ability to travel independently due to 24hr functionality of the hospital environment.

NETCARE VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS

Netcare Values

At Netcare, our core value is care. We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family. We care about the participation of our people and our partners in everything we do. We care about truth in all our actions. We are passionate about quality care and professional excellence.

• At Netcare, our core value is care.
• We care about the dignity of our patients and all members of the Netcare family.
• We care about the participation of our people and our healthcare partners in everything that we do.
• We care about the truth in all our actions.
• We listen with empathy and respond with acts of compassion in all interactions with our patients and their families.

The Netcare Way

Netcare is committed to providing quality care. Our basic service standard holds us accountable for the below seven behaviours which you will be accountable to uphold:

• Respect - I always greet everyone to show my respect.
• Identity - I always wear my name badge to show my identity.
• Dignity - I always treat others with consideration and humility to uphold dignity
• Care - I always act in the best interest of Netcare and others to show I care
• Compassion - I always listen with empathy and respond with kind action to show my compassion
• Appreciation - I always say thank you to show my appreciation.
• Diversity- I always embrace diversity to strengthen inclusivity and belonging.

Join the team committed to providing the best and safest health and care.