Electrician (Healthcare, Medical and Caring)

The position is responsible for the effective day-to-day operations, maintenance and repairs of all Electrical works fixtures, equipment operations, and backup generators in the health facilities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Coordinate and facilitate all the electrical maintenance within the health facility in terms of its equipment, furnishings, steam operated machine, laundry, lighting fixtures, electrical appliances, generator servicing and all other electrical issues.

2. Assist in the planning of labour requirements, duration and materials for assigned work, establishing sequences and methods to be used, inspect maintenance and repair work to ensure compliance with specifications, recommend modifications and requirement changes to facilitate completion of assigned tasks.

3. Establish and maintain liaison with administration and professional staff regarding maintenance programs.

4. To ensure that preventive maintenance programs is in place and implemented which should include adherence to OHS rules and regulations.

5. Actively contribute to all corporate functions of the Ministry

Knowledge & Experience

1. 1. At least two (2) years of experience in a similar working environment
2. 2. Knowledge in maintenance, repairs and new installations of Electrical equipment
3. 3. Understanding and experience of electrical wiring and repair of electrical steam-operated equipment, generators and pumps, laundry machines, wiring installation and electrical fixtures.
4. 4. Knowledge of Occupational Health & Safety Requirements.
5. 5. Understanding of the Fijian Constitution (2013) and applicable laws of Fiji.

Skills & Abilities

1. 1. Ability to detect, analyse and solve electrical faults and breakdowns
2. 2. Ability to perform physical work and repair of underground electrical cabling and laying of new wiring works.
3. 3. Demonstrated ability to work independently or as part of a team.
4. 4. Ability to work under pressure with minimum supervision.
5. 5. Service-oriented approach, with a commitment to supporting the operational/corporate environment of the organisation.

Additional Information

Key Performance Indicators

Performance will be measured through the following indicators:

1. All agreed work schedules are delivered within agreed timeframes, and compliant with relevant processes, legislations and policies

2. Timely and accurate repairs of electrical equipment and accessories as stipulated in the relevant manuals and standards.

3. Submission of timely reports detailing achievements to management.

4. Actively contribute to all corporate functions of the Ministry.

Contact Information

For any enquires please contact Mr Netava Mua on email netava.mua@health.gov.fj or telephone 3306177 ext 340173