Reference number: PMMH 19/2026
Salary: Grade A: R253 341 – R281 172 per annum; Grade B: R297 249 – R329 898 per annum
Centre: Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital
Requirements
Appropriate Mechanical Trade Test Certificate in terms of section 13(2)(h) of the Manpower Act, 1981, as amended.
Valid driver's licence. Experience Grade A: At least 0-2 years appropriate / recognisable experience in an area
after obtaining the relevant trade certificate Experience Grade B: At least 14 years appropriate / recognisable experience in an area after obtaining the
relevant trade certificate.
Experience in a hospital or health-care environment will be an added advantage.
Knowledge, Skills Training And Competencies Required: Sound knowledge of mechanical maintenance, repairs and
installations.
Knowledge of HVAC, pumps, boilers, compressors and other hospital mechanical systems.
Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical faults and breakdowns.
Knowledge of preventative and corrective maintenance.
Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and equipment manuals.
Knowledge of occupational health and safety and hospital safety requirements.
Good problem-solving, communication and teamwork skills.
Ability to plan, organise and prioritise maintenance activities.
Basic computer literacy and ability to complete maintenance reports.
Ability to work independently, under pressure and during emergency breakdowns.
Duties
Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs, servicing and installation of hospital mechanical equipment and systems.
Maintain and repair HVAC, ventilation, pumps, compressors, boilers and other mechanical plant and equipment.
Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance in accordance with approved maintenance schedules.
Attend to mechanical breakdowns and emergency maintenance requests promptly.
Identify mechanical faults and implement appropriate corrective measures.
Inspect mechanical equipment and report defects or potential failures.
Ensure that all work is performed according to prescribed technical, safety and quality standards. Maintain
accurate records of maintenance work, repairs, inspections and equipment condition.
Assist with the installation, commissioning and testing of new mechanical equipment.
Ensure safe use, care and maintenance of tools, machinery and equipment.
Comply with occupational health and safety, infection prevention and control and hospital safety requirements.
Work closely with electrical, plumbing, building and other technical personnel to ensure effective hospital maintenance.
Assist with monitoring contractors and ensuring that maintenance work is completed according to specifications.
Provide technical advice to the supervisor regarding mechanical equipment and maintenance requirements.
Perform any other duties delegated by the supervisor.
Enquiries
Mr. K.N Ngcobo Tel No: (031) 907 8516
Applications
To be forwarded to: The Human Resource Manager OR Hand deliver to ABlock 1st Floor white applications box. Prince Mshiyeni Memorial Hospital
Private Bag X07, Mobeni, 4060. Attention: MR. M.F Mlambo
Applicants are encouraged to apply for posts through the online e-Recruitment
system at http://www.kznonline.gov.za/kznjobs. Applications may alternatively be
emailed to: Mxolisi.Mlambo@kznhealth.gov.za quoting reference number only
in the subject line. Emailed applications should please be sent as one
attachment.