Job vacancy Electro Mechanical Technician

Clarendon

OrganisationSouthern Regional Health Authority, JamaicaReferenceVAC-48584Contract TypeFull-TimeIndustriesInstallation, Maintenance & RepairLocationClarendonSalary & Benefits$2,478,125 - $3,332,803 per annumDate Posted17/02/2024Expiry Date01/03/2024Provides technical guidance for electrical systems in healthcare facilities. Collaborates on establishing resource libraries. Monitors maintenance data and diagnoses system failures. Assists in equipment procurement and develops maintenance procedure

 

Job Purpose:

Under the general direction of the Supervisor/Parish Administrative Officer, the incumbent shall have responsibility to conduct preventative, corrective and scheduled maintenance of all electro-mechanical plants and equipment at the health facilities throughout the parish and adhering to existing regulatory standards, safety procedures, electrical and mechanical engineering codes. 

 

Qualifications & Experience:

• HEART Level III in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering 
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or its equivalent 
• Minimum of three (3) years experience as a Electro- Mechanical Engineering Technician in a (major hospital) 
• Any equivalent combination of qualification and experience. 
• Possess a valid General Driver’s Licence 

 

Specific Knowledge and Required Skills:

• Expertise in Maintenance Management 
• In-depth knowledge of electro-mechanical plants and equipment, as well as testing, diagnostic and measuring equipment available on the market 
• Working knowledge of Computerized Medical Equipment Management System
• Broad based knowledge of international standards/requirements for Electromechanical equipment 
• Ability to apply Electromechanical Training to other areas when required 
• Computer literate 
• Ability to communicate efficiently in written and oral format at all level 
• Well-developed training skills 
• Ability to work well with others 

 

Key responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical advice, code and standards for electrical, steam, generating and distribution systems and equipment used in health care facilities in the region.
• Collaborating with the Biomedical and Civil Engineers in the establishment of a library of manufacturer's resource material, current manuals and periodicals on electrical equipment/machines for training and reference purpose. 
• Monitoring the reported preventative and corrective maintenance data for power system and equipment by the Regional Maintenance Units on the Maximo Maintenance Management 
• System and make assessments as to condition, performance and the application of accepted maintenance standards. 
• Performing complex diagnosis and correction of electrical and mechanical equipment failures and system problems in response to request from the Regional Health Authorities Solicit assistance locally or overseas, as required. 
• Participating in the establishment of operating guidelines for the Regional Maintenance Unit. 
• Evaluating and making recommendations re: Electromechanical equipment being considered for purchase giving consideration to each model’s performance ranges, the operational capabilities of the users involved and the frequency of use. 
• Performing pre-acceptance inspections of electromechanical equipment and developing preventative maintenance procedures on newly acquired equipment. 
• Developing innovations to keep the maintenance cost for electrical and mechanical systems and equipment to a minimum while ensuring safety and reliability. 

 

 

 

 

NB. ONLY SHORTLISTED APPLICANTS WILL BE ACKNOWLEDGED.

19 May, 2024 (21 days left)