Technical & Clinical Engineering Administrative Assistant
Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital is a private, independent non-profit hospital with 181 hospital beds, committed to providing superior patient-centric care, whilst advancing towards world class clinical innovation. The hospital’s core services include cardiology, cardio thoracic surgery, spinal surgery, orthopaedic surgery, general surgery, ear-nose and throat surgery, specialist physicians and the following paediatric services – general, neurological, cardiology and gastroenterology services.
Role
Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital is seeking a highly organised, proactive, and technically minded Technical & Clinical Engineering Administrative Assistant to join our Technical & Clinical Engineering Department.
This role offers an exciting opportunity for an individual with strong administrative skills, excellent computer literacy, and an interest in technical operations to provide administrative support within a dynamic hospital environment.
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the Technical & Clinical Engineering Department.
- Coordinate meetings, manage service calendars and manage departmental calendars.
- Handle correspondence with suppliers, service providers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, service reports, equipment registers, and departmental documentation.
- Assist with procurement processes, including obtaining quotations, processing purchase orders, and tracking invoices.
- Monitor outstanding maintenance requests and job cards and ensure timely follow-up.
- Support compliance, accreditation, audit, and statutory documentation requirements.
- Assist with the implementation and maintenance of administrative systems and processes to improve departmental efficiency and record management.
- Compile reports, track departmental performance indicators, and assist with data management as required.
Education
- Grade 12 / Matric.
Experience and Requirements
- Minimum 2–3 years' experience in an administrative, coordination or support role.
- Strong computer literacy with proven proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint.
- Experience in developing, maintaining and improving administrative systems and processes.
- Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
- Previous experience in a technical, engineering, maintenance or healthcare environment will be a distinct advantage.
- Basic knowledge of technical terminology, equipment and maintenance procedures will be advantageous.
Other
- Strong attention to detail.
- Professional and service-oriented approach.
- Problem-solving ability and initiative.
- Ability to work effectively with technical personnel, contractors, and suppliers.
- Strong planning and coordination skills.
Additional Information
Interested candidates are invited to submit their CVs to recruitment@zah.co.za by 24 June 2026.
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. If you have not received feedback within four weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.
Zuid-Afrikaans Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.