SOUTH-WEST REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY
"Your Partners in Health"

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

The South-West Regional Health Authority is inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals to fill the following positions:

ELECTRICAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR

The Electrical Services Supervisor leads and directs the work of subordinate staff in the maintenance and care of electrical installations in the Hospitals and other Health Care Facilities of the South-West Regional Authority (SWRHA).

This person manages a team of technical staff, is fully responsible for the performance and development of the Section and possesses the direct authority to make line decisions concerning its day-to-day operations. The position has financial authority limits as determined by the Board of the SWRHA. The job may involve considerable travelling and fieldwork throughout the region.

REQUIREMENTS AND TRAINING:

• A First Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution plus a minimum of three (3) years' practical field experience in an electrical maintenance environment; or
• A Higher National Certification (HNC) or similar appropriate qualification plus ten (10) years' minimum experience in the management of electrical systems and equipment; or
• An equivalent combination of qualifications and experience.
• Possession of a wireman's licence.
• Possession of a driver's licence.
• Knowledge of laws, regulations, guidelines, codes and standards pertaining to electrical installations and equipment in health institutions.
• Knowledge of local and international electrical codes.
• Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet, database and project applications.
• Working knowledge of project management and maintenance management software.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals and instructions.
• Ability to use hand and power tools applicable to trade.
• Ability to work in elevated locations.

Applications together with a Curriculum Vitae and a contact number should be submitted by Friday 27th June 2008 and addressed to:

UNSUITABLE/LATE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACKNOWLEDGED.