Electrician

Job Details:

• Division: Hospital
• Location: Netcare Ferncrest Hospital
• Reporting structure: Technical Service Manager
• Closing date: 29 March 2023

Role Summary:

• The Electrician will be responsible for the electrical reticulation of the facility. Furthermore, a stand-by function will be performed in accordance to the Policy.

KEY WORK OUTPUT AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Repair, maintenance, installation and control of electrical machinery and equipment, including transformers, generators, distribution boards, UPS, nurse-call systems and all systems where a voltage exceeding 24V exists.
• Repair and maintenance of basic and industrial “household appliances” such as ovens, microwave ovens, toasters, kettles and water boilers, and any other similar electrical equipment.
• Installation and basic maintenance of TV’s and nurse-call / bell systems.
• Routine maintenance on plant and machinery, as stipulated by servicing schedules of the equipment, and/or as requested by the Supervisor/Manager.
• Preventive maintenance planning and implementation, according to Company Policy and Procedures, as determined from time-to-time
• Reporting on the condition and functionality of the electrical plant and machinery, including general electrical reticulation, standby generator performance, UPS performance, and PFC efficiency.
• Cost control through proper preventative maintenance and fast and effective response to breakdowns.
• Conduct safety inspections on all portable electrical equipment according to specifications.
• To perform a stand-by function in accordance to the Policy.
• Responsible for the electrical reticulation of the facility.
• Installation and completion of electrical projects.
• Inspection, fault finding and problem resolution of electrical wiring and appliances.
• Basic load balancing of three-phase reticulation
• Provide training and mentorship of all electrical learners / interns where applicable.
• Develop and maintain trends of equipment failure and report to Technical Services Supervisor or Technical Services Manager.
• Where applicable, evaluate National projects implemented, and provide status reports to Netcare Technical Division.
• Perform stock count and ensure that sufficient spares are available for equipment repairs
• Actively participate as a member of a team to achieve goals.

EDUCATION

• Grade 12 or equivalent NQF Level 4 Qualification
• N3 Certification with Electrical Trade
• National Diploma in Electrical Engineering
• Electrical Installation License will be added advantage

WORK EXPERIENCE

• Three years’ experience in a similar role.
• 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

• Familiar with all relevant Regulatory and Statutory regulations

NON MANAGERIAL/ SPECIALIST SKILLS

Coaching Others

• The capacity to recognise development areas in others and support them to facilitate personal development through coaching.

Leading and Managing Change

• The capacity to implement and support change initiatives and to provide leadership in times of uncertainty.

Performance Development

• The ability to evaluate and develop different levels of capacity within a team to achieve set objectives.

Taking Action

• Capable of recognising the need for action, considering possible risks and taking responsibility for results.

Decision Making

• Capable of making decisions timeously and taking responsibility for the consequences.

Managing Self

• Capacity to plan, organise and control own work environment by setting appropriate priorities and achieving set objectives within a given time frame.

Customer Focus and Service Delivery

• The capacity to identify and respond to the needs of *internal and external customers.
• Internal and external customers include patients, doctors, colleagues, suppliers, visitors, vendors and any other person that requires a relationship

Adapting and Responding to Change

• Capable of supporting and advocating change initiatives and managing own reaction to change.

Continuous Improvement

• The capacity to improve systems and processes to facilitate continuous improvement.

Personal Work Ethic

• Capacity to instil 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.

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.

• Care – The basis of our business. The professional, ethical patient care and services we offer at every level of the organisation.
• Truth – The crucial element in building relationships that work. Open communication with honesty and integrity is essential.
• Dignity – An acknowledgement of the uniqueness of individuals. A commitment to care with the qualities of respect and understanding.
• Compassion – We engage everyone with empathy and respond with acts of compassion in all interactions with our patients and their families.
• Participation – The willingness and desire to work in productive and creative partnerships with others and the commitment to communicate.

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:

• I always greet everyone to show my respect.
• I always wear my name badge to show my identity.
• I am always well-groomed to show my dignity.
• I always practise proper hand hygiene to show my care.
• I always seek consent to show my compassion.
• I always say thank you to show my appreciation.
• I always embrace diversity to show I am not a racist.

APPLICATION PROCESS

NETCARE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Company’s approved Employment Equity plan and targets will be considered as part of the recruitment process aligned to the Group’s Employment Equity strategy. Netcare actively supports the recruitment of people with disabilities.

Interested candidates who meet the above criteria are requested to e-mail a detailed CV to

Maureen.Matshidze@netcare.co.za

Please note:

• Please note that reference checks for internal applicants will be conducted with the current and past Netcare direct line managers of the applicant and the relevant Netcare HR Managers. Employees are therefore encouraged to discuss internal job applications with their direct line manager to ensure that the line manager is aware of the application.
• The terms and conditions of employment relating to the function which you have applied for will be based on those that exist in the Division within which you will be employed.
• In the event of a candidate having any disability that may impair the individual’s ability to perform the job function, the candidate must kindly inform the employer so that an assessment for reasonable accommodation can be made.
• By applying for this position and providing us with your CV and other personal information, you are consenting to the information being used for the specific purpose for which it was provided, which is recruitment purposes and possible appointment purposes (should you be successful). Please note that your information will be processed for recruitment purposes only or for such purposes relating to assessing the establishment of an employment relationship with yourself, and this will be done in accordance with the applicable data protection and privacy legislation. We confirm that such information will not be used for any other purpose without obtaining your prior consent.
• If your application is not successful, we retain your CV and other information provided on our electronic system. If you object to your information being used in accordance with the aforementioned clauses, please indicate your objection and we will immediately destroy your personal information in a secure manner.