Chief Engineer (Head - Engineering & Maintenance)

Role & responsibilities

Job Description:

1. Maintenance Planning:

Develop and implement maintenance plans and schedules for the hospital's infrastructure, including buildings, utilities and grounds.

2. Equipment Management:

Oversee the maintenance, repair and servicing of medical equipment, machinery and other hospital assets. This includes ensuring that all equipment is in proper working condition.

3. Budget Management:

Manage the maintenance budget, including cost control and cost-effective procurement of maintenance supplies and services. Prepare and justify annual maintenance budgets.

4. Staff Supervision:

Direct and lead a team of maintenance personnel, including technicians, electricians, plumbers and other skilled workers. Provide guidance, training and support to maintenance staff.

5. Regulatory Compliance:

Ensure that the hospital's physical infrastructure and equipment comply with relevant safety and health regulations, building codes and industry standards.

6. Preventive Maintenance:

Develop and implement a preventive maintenance program to proactively identify and address potential issues before they become critical problems.

7. Emergency Repairs:

Coordinate emergency repairs and respond to urgent maintenance needs to minimize disruptions to hospital operations.

8. Vendor and Contractor Management:

Liaise with external vendors and contractors for specialized maintenance and repair services. Negotiate contracts, ensure work is completed as per agreements and manage vendor relationships.

9. Environmental Safety:

Monitor and maintain compliance with environmental safety standards, including waste disposal, hazardous materials handling and safety protocols.

10. Energy Efficiency:

Implement energy-saving initiatives to reduce operational costs and the hospital's environmental footprint. This may involve managing energy-efficient systems and technologies.

11. Record-Keeping:

Maintain comprehensive records of maintenance activities, repairs and equipment inventory. Generate reports and document the status of maintenance projects.

12. Risk Assessment:

Identify potential risks to hospital operations related to maintenance issues and take measures to mitigate these risks.

13. Collaboration:

Collaborate with other hospital departments and leadership to coordinate maintenance activities and minimize disruptions to patient care.

Required Skill Sets:

1. Strong leadership and communication skills

2. Excellent interpersonal skills

3. Familiarity with healthcare regulations and standards.