Maintenance Assistant

A vacancy exists for a Maintenance Assistant, based at Life Cosmos Hospital, Mpumalanga, reporting to the Engineering Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring continuous availability of general building/electrical maintenance services for the Hospital infrastructure. Critical Outputs Responsible for all Maintenance related issues on a day to day basis; Responsible for all general maintenance enquiries relating to Doctors and staff Execute repairs / tasks as per job card and instructions or Ad hoc request from line Manager Provide line managers with relevant information as required Supervise the daily inspection of medical gas alarm system and recording of medical gasses Supervise the daily inspection of vacuum pumps, medical air compressor, plumbing and general maintenance Follow up maintenance schedule for air conditioning and filter Requirements Grade 12 National Senior Certificate or equivalent Minimum N3 or equivalent qualification in mechanical 3 years' experience in General Hospital maintenance, plumbing, painting, hospital beds, door locks, carpentry. Conversant in English. Excellent communication and problem solving skills. Ability to complete tasks timeously and accurately and be able to work under pressure. Eager to learn new systems and to accept work challenges. Adhere to NOSA and OHSA acts. Be in possession of a valid driver's license. Possibly perform standby duties Experience in dealing with customers Competencies Problem-solving, analysis and judgement Resilience Engaging diversity Verbal & written communication and presentation Influencing Drive & energy Excellence orientation Ethical behaviour Building relationships Customer responsiveness Organisational awareness Deadline:20th October,2026