Hospital Engineer – Plant At Mater Hospital Jobs In Kenya
Company: Mater HospitalLocation: Kenya
State: Nairobi
Job type: Full-Time
Job category: Engineering Jobs in Kenya
Job Description
The Mater Hospital was opened in 1962 by the Sisters of Mercy, a Catholic Order of Nuns originating from Ireland, three years after registering themselves as the Registered Trustees of an entity under the Perpetual Succession Act (the succeeding legislation after independence).
Position Summary
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, the Hospital Engineer is responsible for ensuring continuous service and repairs of plant equipment to attain optimal availability and performance. Proper functioning, safety, and smooth operations of all facilities and repairs are carried out properly and to the required maintenance standards amongst the following other responsibilities
Main Duties
Provide leadership and guidance to all staff in the Maintenance DepartmentCarrying out preventive maintenance and repairs to steam boilers, generating sets, air compressors, lifts, steam systems, and air condition systems
Carrying out preventive maintenance in electrical distribution systems and plant equipment
Ensuring all mechanical and electrical operations within the Hospital run optimally
Developing and implementing planned preventive maintenance programs
Ensuring regular inspection of plant equipment
Monitoring utility supplies and ensuring uninterrupted provision to the Hospital
Developing a Bill of Quantities for works and services required in the Hospital
Participating in re-call to work service and attending to emergency breakdowns
Participating in refurbishment committees and overseeing completion of the projects
Work scheduling and execution for staff and self
Supervising of staff
Technical cost containment
Liaising with external contractors working in the Hospital
Supervising, handling, and in charge of any works relating to: –– Refrigeration and air conditioning
– Water supply and reticulation systems
– Laundry equipment
– Catering equipment
– Fire equipment
Any other duty as may be assigned from time to time
Required Qualifications for the Position
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical/Production/ Electrical Engineering or equivalent from a recognized institutionMinimum 12 years’ experience, 5 heading maintenance functions in a busy hospitality industry
Proven track record in: Energy management, Maintenance management, and Operational costs control
If you are interested in the above position and you meet the requirements listed, please send your application together with a detailed CV, Copies of Academic Certificates, three [3] referees and include their telephone contacts and email address to hrrecruit@materkenya.com to reach us not later than 14thMay 2024