Technical Manager

Key Responsibilities: Manage hospital facilities, clinical infrastructure, and assets effectively. Supervise all staff within the Technical Department. Ensure proper resource planning in line with ISO 55000 principles. Conduct technical training for nursing, pharmacy, admin, and management staff. Manage technical-related purchasing and expenditure. Monitor and evaluate contractor performance. Implement and enforce Group policies and procedures for facility and asset management. Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act and related legislation. Ensure quality and safety assurance throughout contract completion as the safety custodian. Oversee project management and engineering services for small building projects on-site. Manage the financial performance and budget of the Technical Department. Maintain the asset management database on the CMMS, ensuring data reliability and validity. Manage the maintenance management system to mitigate equipment risks and conduct necessary repairs and maintenance. Prepare monthly and ad-hoc reports on staff, contractors, facilities, and assets. Attend Hospital, Regional, and National meetings, focusing on nursing, health and safety, and infection control. Develop training and succession plans in consultation with HR Manager to ensure staff meet statutory competency requirements. Education: A relevant 3-year Bachelor's Degree (BTech) or equivalent qualification at NQF level 7. (essential requirement) Preferred: Certified Engineer (Certificate of Compliance GCC). Work Experience & Knowledge: Minimum of five (5) years of applicable technical and managerial experience Experience in Asset Management and Financial Management. Experience in electrical and mechanical engineering in hospital and/or hospitality industries advantageous. Previous project management experience preferred. Familiarity with maintenance and asset management principles. Understanding of energy and water management. Knowledge of building regulations advantageous.