Netcare Technical Assistant Vacancy

Are you interested in working in a technical maintenance environment within the healthcare sector? Netcare is offering an opportunity for individuals with basic technical skills to support the maintenance and upkeep of hospital facilities.

The Netcare Technical Assistant position is focused on assisting with general maintenance, building repairs, equipment upkeep and facility maintenance. The successful candidate will work alongside the Technical Department to help ensure that hospital buildings, machinery and surrounding property remain safe, clean and properly maintained.

This opportunity is particularly relevant to candidates with an NQF Level 2 qualification in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical studies who have basic experience using general maintenance tools and performing practical tasks.

About the Netcare Technical Assistant Vacancy

The Technical Assistant will provide support with general maintenance activities to ensure that hospital facilities, equipment and surrounding property are properly maintained.

The role involves assisting with building maintenance, painting, air-conditioning maintenance, cleaning, minor structural changes and general repairs.

The successful candidate will also work under supervision when performing certain technical maintenance activities, including maintaining air-conditioning systems, treating and painting structures, and supporting general building and machinery maintenance.

This position requires someone who is willing to perform practical tasks, follow instructions and work collaboratively with other members of the Technical Department.

Key Responsibilities

The responsibilities of the Netcare Technical Assistant are divided into general maintenance, general assistance, teamwork and professional development.

1. General Maintenance Tasks

The successful candidate will assist with the following maintenance activities:

• Perform maintenance tasks as stipulated in the Equipment Type Skills Assessment TGL v1.1.
• Assist with the supervised maintenance of air-conditioning systems.
• Clean air-conditioning filters and assist with cleaning ducts and related equipment.
• Assist with the maintenance, treatment and painting of carports, parking areas, peripheral fencing and roofing structures.
• Conduct routine maintenance checks.
• Assist with general building, plant and machinery maintenance under supervision.
• Support general cleaning and maintenance of hospital property.

2. General Technical Assistance

The Technical Assistant will also provide practical support with building and facility-related activities.

Duties include:

• Assist with building and painting activities.
• Help with minor structural changes within and around the facility.
• Assist with moving doctors’ rooms and associated equipment and furniture.
• Help install and prepare walls, drywall structures and other partitioning.
• Provide general assistance with maintenance and facility improvement activities.

3. Teamwork and Departmental Collaboration

The successful candidate will interact with the Technical Department and other departments within the hospital.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain effective working relationships with other departments.
• Participate in collaborative activities to achieve departmental objectives.
• Work actively as part of a team.
• Contribute to achieving shared workplace goals.

4. Personal and Professional Development

Netcare expects employees to maintain professional standards and remain informed about workplace requirements.

Responsibilities include:

• Keep up to date with Netcare’s changing policies and procedures.
• Maintain professional technical conduct at all times.
• Follow workplace instructions and established maintenance procedures.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and develop technical skills.

Minimum Requirements and Qualifications

According to the vacancy requirements, applicants must have:

Essential Education

• NQF Level 2 qualification in one of the following fields:
  • Civil.
  • Electrical.
  • Mechanical.

Essential Work Experience and Skills

• Basic skills in using general maintenance tools.
• Basic practical hand skills for assisting with general maintenance activities.

The advert does not specify a minimum number of years of work experience.

Skills and Competencies

Candidates interested in this position should demonstrate the following abilities:

• Basic technical and maintenance knowledge.
• Practical hand skills.
• Ability to use general maintenance tools.
• Interest in building and facility maintenance.
• Ability to follow instructions and work under supervision.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn new maintenance procedures.
• Professional conduct and attention to workplace requirements.

Physical Requirements

The position involves practical maintenance activities that may require physical work.

Netcare states that employees who have physical or psychological limitations that may affect their ability to perform the required job functions should consult the employer regarding reasonable accommodation.

Thabang Maimela’s Tip

If you are applying for this position, make sure your CV highlights your practical technical abilities.

Even if you have limited formal employment experience, include relevant training, workshop activities, practical projects and any experience involving painting, building maintenance, electrical work, plumbing assistance or general repairs.

If you hold an NQF Level 2 qualification in Civil, Electrical or Mechanical studies, make sure this is clearly visible in your CV.

Also remember that this role involves working in a hospital environment. Professional conduct, teamwork, cleanliness and following safety procedures are important because maintenance activities take place within an active healthcare facility.

Closing Date: 12 November 2026

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