Overview
Medical Equipment Technician Jobs in Pretoria, South Africa at Finding Personnel
The Medical Equipment Technician is responsible for the maintenance, servicing, and repair of medical equipment to ensure optimal functionality and minimal downtime in healthcare facilities. The role includes technical support, equipment troubleshooting, and ensuring compliance with regulatory and industry standards.
JOB TITLE:
Medical Equipment Technician AREA:
Pretoria, Gauteng INDUSTRY:
Medical Equipment Repairs Salary / CTC: R 10 000 – R 30 000 (depending on current earnings, qualifications and experience) Report to:
Technical Manager Type:
Permanent
Key Responsibilities:
Maintenance & Repair Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and repairs on medical equipment in hospitals and clinics. Diagnose technical faults and implement corrective solutions to minimise downtime. Utilise advanced hospital maintenance software for efficient tracking and servicing. Ensure all equipment complies with SAHPRA regulations and ISO certification requirements.
Technical Support & Troubleshooting Provide rapid response technical support to healthcare facilities. Offer expert guidance to hospital staff on equipment usage and troubleshooting. Maintain accurate service records and documentation of all repairs and maintenance performed. Coordinate loan unit equipment provisions to prevent operational disruptions. Installation & Setup Assist in seamless hospital setup solutions, from planning to final inspection. Ensure proper installation, configuration, and testing of new medical equipment.
Work closely with engineering teams to optimise hospital maintenance strategies.
Compliance & Safety Adhere to industry regulations and company compliance standards (SAHPRA, ISO, B-BBEE). Ensure all maintenance activities meet safety and
quality control
protocols. Participate in regular audits and risk assessments to uphold high operational standards. On-Site Support & Contract Management Provide full-time technical support at hospitals where the company has maintenance contracts. Collaborate with clinical engineering teams to improve efficiency and reliability.
Maintain stock levels of essential spare parts and equipment.
Skills &
Competencies:
Strong troubleshooting and
problem-solving skills
Excellent understanding of medical
equipment maintenance
and repair Ability to use hospital maintenance software effectively Knowledge of SAHPRA, ISO, and healthcare
regulatory compliance
Strong
communication
and customer service skills Ability to work under pressure and respond rapidly to service requests
Attention to detail
and documentation accuracy   Qualifications &
Experience:
Minimum Qualification:
Diploma or Degree in Clinical Engineering, Biomedical Technology, or related field
Experience:
3-5 years in medical
equipment maintenance
and support
Certifications:
SAHPRA registration (preferred), ISO compliance experience, OEM training (advantageous) Â Â Other Requirements:
Willingness to
travel, valid driver’s license
Title: Medical Equipment Technician
Company: Finding Personnel
Location: Pretoria, South Africa
Category: Healthcare (Medical Technologist & Lab Technician)
