Maintenance Assistant - Wits VIDA

SUMMARY:
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POSITION INFO:

Main purpose of the job:

• Perform general maintenance, security and upkeep of the building and facilities
  within the unit

Location:

• VIDA - Chris Hani Baragwanath Academic Hospital

Key performance areas:

• Monitor VIDA parking areas and Clinics
• Monitor access points
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry repairs
• Assist in the maintenance of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems
• Conduct regular inspections to identify and address potential issues
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of maintenance tools and supplies
• Investigate and report security breaches
• Opening and locking of Unit facilities
• Respond promptly to maintenance requests from staff and management
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and unit policies
• Assist in managing waste disposal and recycling processes
• Perform general cleaning duties, such as sweeping, mopping, and dusting
• Assist with landscaping and outdoor maintenance as needed
• Support the Maintenance Manager/Supervisor in any additional tasks as required

Required minimum education and training:

• Matric certificate or equivalent

Required minimum work experience:

• Previous experience in maintenance or a related field is preferred
• Basic knowledge of plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and general repair skills
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings or weekends as needed

Desirable additional education, work experience and personal abilities:

• Ability to operate hand and power tools
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational and time management abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Physical stamina and the ability to lift heavy objects

TO APPLY:

• Only if you do meet the minimum job requirements and experience as mentioned above, you may submit a detailed updated CV.
• Please Apply Online and complete your registration on Ditto Hire (our application tracking system) to enable and protect you as a candidate to accept the new POPIA terms and conditions. This will then create your permanent profile with which you can apply for all jobs as advertised by AJ PERSONNEL. However, you may remove your profile from AJ PERSONNEL when you are no longer in the job market.
• AJ Personnel is fully POPIA Compliant.
• Please take note that the applicants who do not adhere to the above criteria will not be considered for the respective position.
• The closing date for all applications: 12 August 2024
• Wits Health Consortium will only respond to shortlisted candidates.
• Candidates who have not been contacted within two weeks of the closing date can consider their applications to be unsuccessful.

Please note:

• WHC, in accordance with its Employment Equity goals and plan, will give preference to suitable applicants from designated groups as defined in the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998 and subsequent amendments thereto.
• AJ Personnel is only responsible for advertising the advertisement on behalf of their client Wits Health Consortium.
• AJ Personnel does not have any salary or other information regarding the position.

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