About the Role
The Chief Engineer Grade A position at Frere Tertiary Hospital in Buffalo City Metro presents an exciting opportunity for experienced professionals in the engineering field. This role is crucial in ensuring the safety and reliability of hospital operations, impacting the well-being of the community it serves. As a key member of the engineering team, the Chief Engineer will oversee machinery maintenance and enforce compliance with occupational health and safety standards, thus contributing to the hospital’s mission of delivering quality healthcare services.
Working in Buffalo City Metro means being part of a vibrant community where your expertise directly influences the functionality of a leading healthcare facility. The Chief Engineer’s role is not just about managing machinery; it’s about fostering a safe environment for both patients and staff, making a meaningful impact every day in public service.
About the Department
The Department of Health is dedicated to promoting and ensuring the health and well-being of all South Africans. It focuses on providing accessible and quality healthcare services across the nation. By working within this department, you contribute to a vital mission that positively affects the lives of countless individuals, making your role both rewarding and significant. The Department prioritizes safety, compliance, and innovation, ensuring that every healthcare facility operates at its highest potential.
What You’ll Do
- Accept formal GMR 2.1 appointments to oversee machinery maintenance and ensure compliance with OHS Act regulations.
- Lead incident investigations and conduct safety risk audits in collaboration with the Department of Employment and Labour inspectors.
- Develop and manage preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance systems to maximize equipment uptime.
- Control capital and operational budgets, overseeing maintenance projects and coordinating repair shutdowns.
- Supervise technical staff, enforce workplace discipline, and support performance and professional development.
What You’ll Need
- National Senior Certificate and a Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B Eng/BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification).
- Minimum of six (6) years of post-qualification experience as a registered Professional Engineer.
- Compulsory registration with the Engineering Council of South Africa (ECSA) as a Professional Engineer.
- Valid Government Certificate of Competency (GCC Factories) for plants exceeding specified power capacities.
- Strong competencies in project management, engineering design, technical report writing, and financial management.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including communication, leadership, and conflict resolution abilities.
- A valid Driver’s licence and proficiency in computer applications.
How to Apply
Please refer to the application instructions below.
Requirements
National Senior Certificate, Degree in Mechanical Engineering (B Eng/BSC (Eng) or relevant qualification.Six (6) years post qualification experience required as a registered professional Engineer.
Compulsory registration with ECSA as Professional Engineer.
Statutory Certification: Valid Government Certificate of Competency (GCC Factories) is highly mandatory for plants exceeding 3000 kW / 10000 kVA.
Competencies: Programme and project management, Engineering design and analysis knowledge, Research and development, Computer-aided engineering applications.
Knowledge of legal compliance, technical report writing, Creating high performance culture, Professional judgment, Networking.
Strategic capability and leadership, Problem solving and analysis, Decision making, Team leadership, Creativity, Financial Management, Customer focus and Responsiveness, Communication, Computer skills, People Management, Planning and Organising, Conflict Management, Negotiation skills, Change management.
Comprehensive knowledge of the Public Service Act, PFMA, and the OHS Act.
Strong engineering risk evaluation, root cause analysis, and strategic logic.
Exceptional technical report writing and professional communication skills.
A valid Driver’s licence.
Computer literate.
Job Duties
Statutory Compliance: Formally accept the written GMR 2.1 appointment to oversee all machinery maintenance and safety requirements as per the OHS Act regulations and standards.
Engineering Governance: Enforce occupational health and safety standards, lead incident investigations, conduct safety risk audits, and liaise with the Department of Employment and Labour inspectors.
Maintenance & Asset Management: Develop, manage, and audit preventive, corrective, and predictive engineering maintenance systems to maximize plant and equipment uptime.
Budgetary & Project Control: Control Capex and operational budgets, manage site services, maintenance projects and coordinate Maintenance & Repair shutdowns.
People Leadership: Supervise technical staff, manage workplace discipline, and monitor performance and development.
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