Description:
Company description: The Clinix Health Group (CHG) assists communities to live longer, healthier lives through the provision of quality and affordable healthcare. The group provides integrated world-class healthcare systems both internally and externally to the broader ecosystem as a trusted local citizen.
Job Title : Mechanical / HVAC Artisan
Location : Clinix Head Office
Reports to : Group Technical Manager
JOB SUMMARY
Clinix Health Group is seeking to appoint a qualified and experienced Mechanical/HVAC Artisan responsible for the operation, maintenance, optimization, and compliance of hospital mechanical and HVAC plant systems. The incumbent will ensure the reliability, safety, and efficiency of critical infrastructure, including HVAC systems, refrigeration plants, water reticulation systems, pumps, compressors, and associated mechanical equipment. This role requires strong technical expertise, fault-finding capability, and experience working in a regulated healthcare or large commercial environment where system uptime and compliance are essential.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Qualifications
- Matric (Grade 12)
- National Trade Certificate (Mechanical / HVAC) – Compulsory
- N6 or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / HVAC – Advantageous
Minimum Experience
- 3–5 years’ post-trade experience in HVAC and mechanical systems
- Experience in hospital, healthcare, or large commercial building environments preferred
- Proven experience with VRF systems, chillers, AHUs, split units, pumps, and plant rooms
- Strong electrical fault-finding ability related to HVAC controls, motors, and PCB systems
Key Competencies
- Knowledge in project management
- Strong technical troubleshooting and fault diagnosis skills
- Knowledge of OHS Act and machinery regulations
- Preventative and planned maintenance expertise
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Report writing and documentation skills
- Stakeholder communication skills
DELIVERABLES
- Review conceptual design drawings .
- Conduct daily inspections of HVAC and ventilation systems.
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on chillers, VRF systems, AHUs, FCUs, split units, and associated equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
- Ensure environmental compliance in critical areas such as theatres, ICUs, pharmacies, and isolation wards.
- Maintain refrigeration systems in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Maintain pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and water reticulation systems.
- Monitor and maintain plant room operational parameters (temperature, pressure, flow rates).
- Service booster pumps, circulation pumps, and drainage systems.
- Conduct inspections for vibration, alignment, and mechanical integrity.
- Support steam, hot water, and pressure systems where applicable.
- Respond to mechanical breakdowns impacting hospital operations.
- Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring failures.
- Identify opportunities to improve system efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Ensure compliance with maintenance standards and asset management policies.
- Maintain accurate records on the CMMS.
- Ensure full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) and Machinery Regulations.
- Adhere to hospital safety and infection control standards.
- Apply lockout/tagout procedures where required.
- Assist with internal and external audits.
- Supervise contractors and ensure quality control of outsourced services.
- Maintain detailed maintenance documentation and service reports.
- Escalate critical plant failures and risks timeously.
- Prepare monthly operational and maintenance performance reports.
- Engage effectively with internal stakeholders and service providers.
Requirements:
- Matric (Grade 12)
- National Trade Certificate (Mechanical / HVAC) – Compulsory
- N6 or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / HVAC – Advantageous
- 3–5 years’ post-trade experience in HVAC and mechanical systems
- Experience in hospital, healthcare, or large commercial building environments preferred
- Proven experience with VRF systems, chillers, AHUs, split units, pumps, and plant rooms
- Strong electrical fault-finding ability related to HVAC controls, motors, and PCB systems
- Knowledge in project management
- Strong technical troubleshooting and fault diagnosis skills
- Knowledge of OHS Act and machinery regulations
- Preventative and planned maintenance expertise
- Ability to work independently and under pressure
- Strong planning and organizational skills
- Attention to detail
- Report writing and documentation skills
- Stakeholder communication skills
- Review conceptual design drawings .
- Conduct daily inspections of HVAC and ventilation systems.
- Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on chillers, VRF systems, AHUs, FCUs, split units, and associated equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical faults.
- Ensure environmental compliance in critical areas such as theatres, ICUs, pharmacies, and isolation wards.
- Maintain refrigeration systems in accordance with safety and environmental regulations.
- Maintain pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, pressure vessels, and water reticulation systems.
- Monitor and maintain plant room operational parameters (temperature, pressure, flow rates).
- Service booster pumps, circulation pumps, and drainage systems.
- Conduct inspections for vibration, alignment, and mechanical integrity.
- Support steam, hot water, and pressure systems where applicable.
- Respond to mechanical breakdowns impacting hospital operations.
- Execute planned preventative maintenance (PPM) schedules.
- Conduct root cause analysis (RCA) for recurring failures.
- Identify opportunities to improve system efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Ensure compliance with maintenance standards and asset management policies.
- Maintain accurate records on the CMMS.
- Ensure full compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) and Machinery Regulations.
- Adhere to hospital safety and infection control standards.
- Apply lockout/tagout procedures where required.
- Assist with internal and external audits.
- Supervise contractors and ensure quality control of outsourced services.
- Maintain detailed maintenance documentation and service reports.
- Escalate critical plant failures and risks timeously.
- Prepare monthly operational and maintenance performance reports.
- Engage effectively with internal stakeholders and service providers.
23 Feb 2026;
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