Job responsibilities
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Install, maintain, and repair hospital water-supply and plumbing systems.
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Maintain hot and cold water distribution systems throughout the hospital.
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Repair leaking, blocked, damaged, or faulty pipes, valves, taps, toilets, sinks, showers, and drainage systems.
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Install and maintain sanitary fixtures and plumbing equipment.
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Maintain drainage, sewage, wastewater, and storm-water systems.
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Inspect plumbing systems regularly and identify potential leaks, blockages, or failures.
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Respond quickly to plumbing emergencies, particularly in critical areas such as operating theatres, wards, laboratories, kitchens, and sterilization areas.
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Install and maintain water pumps, tanks, pressure systems, and related plumbing components.
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Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance according to the hospital maintenance schedule.
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Assist with installation and maintenance of plumbing systems for new hospital buildings and renovations.
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Work safely around medical and clinical areas while minimizing disruption to patient-care services.
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Follow hospital infection-prevention and control procedures during maintenance activities.
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Ensure plumbing work complies with applicable health, safety, environmental, and building requirements.
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Maintain records of repairs, maintenance activities, materials, and spare parts used.
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Monitor water consumption and report leaks, abnormal pressure, or other system problems.
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Maintain plumbing tools and equipment in good working condition.
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Keep work areas clean and safe after completing maintenance activities.
Qualifications
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Advanced Diploma in Plumbing
0 Year of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Water Supply and Sanitation Technology
0 Year of relevant experience
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Advanced Diploma in Water and Sanitation Technology
0 Year of relevant experience
Required competencies and key technical skills
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Working knowledge and experience in operations of water and sanitation systems
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Knowledge of Water and administrative management aspects
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Understanding of mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and basic carpentry principles