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A job opportunity

A job opportunity exists for the right candidate in Western Cape
The Department of Health and Wellness is guided by the principles of Employment Equity. Candidates with disabilities are encouraged to apply and an indication in the regard will be appreciated.

Note: No payment of any kind is required when applying for any of the positions advertised by the Western Cape Government.
 
Industrial Technician: Unit Head- Clinical Engineering(Optics Workshop)
  Employment Type: Permanent
  Reference No: GSH58/2025
  Groote Schuur Hospital, Observatory
 
Duties (Key result areas/outputs):
Carry out advanced maintenance, repairs, calibration, modifications and installations of medical (Optical) equipment and train junior technicians and users on equipment. Ensuring that the equipment meets legal and safety requirements of the manufacturers and statutory bodies. Liaise with hospital and private sector staff and reports to the Head of Clinical engineering. Perform all administrative functions as required by the Clinical Engineering Department, managers and health Technology prescripts while ensuring compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1993.
 
Competencies (knowledge/skills):
Knowledge of health technology principles and Excellent ability to do faultfinding on medical equipment. Computer literacy (i.e. MS Word, Excel). Ability to compile technical specifications for medical equipment and assist with the tender process.
 
Enquiries:
Mr. Leon Van Niekerk, tel. no. (021) 404 4040.
 
Minimum educational qualification:
National Diploma in Electrical Engineering (T; S or N stream), or registration as an Engineering Technician in terms of the Engineering Profession of South Africa Act (Act 46 of 2000). (Proof must be submitted).
 
Experience:
Practical experience after qualification on optical medical equipment repairs, especially surgical and laboratory microscopes. Experience on the following equipment also recommended: light sources, laser, ENT and various types of scopes (gastro-, colono-, cysto and brongioscopes, etc.).
 
Note:
Shortlisted candidates will be subjected to a competency test on day of interview.
 
 
 
 
Remuneration:
R 444 036-R 532 602 per annum Annual salary plus service benefits (13th cheque, employer's contribution to the pension fund, housing and medical aid allowance).
 
Starting Date:
3/14/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
NOTICE TO ALL
Candidates may be subjected to a competency test. No payment of any kind is required when applying for this post. As directed by the Department of Public Service and Administration, applicants must note that further checks will be conducted once they are shortlisted and that their appointment is subject to positive outcomes on these checks, which include security clearance, qualification verification, criminal records and previous employment.
  • It will be expected of shortlisted candidates to be:
  • available at the venue on the time and date as determined by the Department and
  • bring along recently (not older than 6 months) certified copies of your Identity Document (ID), driver’s license (if applicable for the post), qualification and/or proof of registration at relevant statutory body. Failure to adhere to the aforementioned may lead to his/her application being disqualified and not further considered.
Closing date: 3/31/2025 12:00:00 AM
 
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