Maintenance Manager

Company Details
Industry: Hospital & Health Care
Description: Established in 1952, the Aga Khan Hospital in Kisumu is part of the Aga Khan Health Services (AKHS). It is a 61-bed acute care facility managed by qualified professionals who include experienced, full-time resident doctors and consultants. The hospital's objectives are to provide high quality, cost-effective health care to the population of Western Kenya and neighbouring countries. The Hospital provides general medicine services, specialist clinics and high-tech diagnostic services and has a well-equipped 24-hour emergency Casualty Department. It is also part of the AKHS international referral system, with links to the Aga Khan University Hospital in Nairobi and Karachi respectively. History On 26 February 1951, Prince Aly Khan laid the foundation for the Aga Khan Dispensary and Maternity Home. The home had an 8-bed general ward. In 1960, the dispensary was extended to incorporate two general wards with a total of 17 beds and an outpatient department. A small laboratory was established in 1975 and a portable
Job Description

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITY

Reporting to the Head of Facility & Healthcare Technology, the successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing the Maintenance section of the Facility management and safety department in compliance with all legal requirements. Ensure efficient day-to-day running of the hospital utilities and making sure all maintenance equipment in all the departments are in good working condition by scheduled maintenance and servicing

 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

 

Assess buildings, systems, and equipment to determine necessary maintenance or repairs.

 

Collaborate with maintenance officers/supervisors to prioritize tasks, allocate resources, and identify required skills for each job.

 

Evaluate and assign maintenance tasks based on team members’ skills and experience.

 

Ensure all maintenance and repair work is carried out safely, efficiently, and within set timelines.

 

Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to team members on complex assignments.

 

Conduct inspections to verify the quality and completeness of work performed.

 

Monitor and log team members’ work hours, materials used, and other inventory-related data.

 

Coordinate with the Maintenance Supervisor to plan and facilitate safety meetings.

 

Perform any other duties as assigned in line with departmental goals.

 

The requirements

 

Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.

 

A bachelor’s degree in engineering will be an added advantage.

 

Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience for diploma holders, or 5 years for degree holders, preferably in a hospital or service industry environment.

 

Have technical knowledge and experience with solar water heating systems, HVAC systems, electrical supply & distribution switchgear, diesel generators operation and maintenance.

 

Registration with relevant professional bodies is required.

 

Strong verbal and written communication skills.

 

Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team setting.

 

 

 

Education: Degree, Diploma
Employment Type: Full Time

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