Job Description

Mediclinic Southern Africa Corporate Office | Stellenbosch | South Africa

Closing date: 12/09/2023
Number of positions: 1
Recruiter name: Ian Keith Moses
Reference number: 43386
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Permanent

MAIN PURPOSE OF JOB

To design, implement, and maintain industrial control systems that are safe, efficient, and compliant with regulations. This involves integrating various control systems, staying updated with automation and control engineering principles, and ensuring the security of the systems against cyber threats. The job also includes developing maintenance plans, implementing industrial IoT solutions for operational efficiency, driving innovation in control systems, managing projects from conception to completion, improving processes and managing risks, optimising energy usage, monitoring performance, providing leadership and supervision to the control systems team, and managing stakeholder relations and client service.

The position can be either based at Mediclinic Corporate Office ( Stellenbosch) or Northern Regional Office( Midrand).

KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS

• Manage control system design and integration throughout division
• Manage project management initiatives relating to industrial control (Investigation, motivation, budgets and execution)
• Identify, and assess risks and develop strategies to mitigate risk factors
• Identify and implement continuous improvements in efficiency and effectiveness
• Manage resource allocation and utilisation
• Lead and supervise teams and staff
• Manage stakeholder relations and client service within function.
• Manage and control unit budgets / finances

REQUIRED EDUCATION

ESSENTIAL EDUCATION

Relevant and recognised tertiary qualification:

• National Higher Diploma/Btech in Electrical high or light current OR
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Mechatronics OR
• Bachelor of Sciences in Electrical Engineering OR
• Bachelor of Sciences in Electronics Engineering

DESIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering OR
• Bachelor of Sciences in Engineering

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

ESSENTIAL MINIMUM EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in the maintenance or design of electrical / control systems
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in PLC programming
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in SCADA integration and programming
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in Industrial networks (Profibus/Net, EtherNet, IOT, etc.)
• Water and energy management experience
• Minimum of 5 years management experience

DESIRED EXPERIENCE

• Measurement and verification of plant equipment
• Performance evaluation of building, plant and equipment
• Experience working in a healthcare environment.

REQUIRED JOB SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Business objective and strategies
• Computer literacy in MS Office (SAP PM's would be an advantage)
• Deep understanding and expertise in designing and implementing industrial control systems, including SCADA, PLC, DCS, and HMI systems
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with internal & external stakeholders. Proficiency in managing client expectations, addressing deviations, & resolving complaints while adhering to service level agreements.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements, standards, and guidelines pertaining to industrial control systems, ensuring compliance and adherence to relevant regulations
• Financial planning / budgeting
• Proficiency in planning, organising, and managing projects, from conception to completion, while ensuring they are completed within allocated timeframes and budgetary constraints
• Proven track record in water and energy savings methods
• Proven track record of renewable energy plants and systems
• Risk analysis and risk prioritisation
• Strong knowledge and application of risk management and control
• Strong knowledge of automation and control engineering principles, theories, techniques and the ability to apply them effectively in the design and maintenance of control systems
• Strong leadership skills to effectively supervise & lead personnel involved in SCADA & industrial control system implementation and management. Ability to motivate and support team members, provide necessary training, and foster a positive work environment
• Systems implementation

All applicants will be considered, with the understanding that preference will be given in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of Mediclinic Southern Africa, as well as internal applicants/employees that meet the minimum requirements.

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