The Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute (MOI) in Tanzania is a leading medical institution specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of orthopedic conditions. As part of the Muhimbili National Hospital, MOI provides specialized services in bone and joint care, including surgeries, trauma care, and rehabilitation for both adults and children.
POSITION: TECHNICIAN (MECHANICAL) – 1 POST
Duties & Responsibilities
- To carry out minor service, repair, installation works in carpentry, plumbing, electrical, masonry and painting duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- To carry out cleaning of machines, equipment and working environment.
- To assist Technicians and Engineers in repairing of non-biomedical and carrying out engineering related activities.
- To observe safety precautions to personnel, tools, instruments and equipment.
- To be punctual at reporting for work and emergencies.
- To record and monitor timely the performance of machines, installations, buildings and other equipment using check lists and ensure economical and correct use of the Institution equipment.
- To assist in recording inventory of related working equipment/tools.
- To carry out specified tasks related to Laboratory and other Hospital equipment under supervision.
- To assist senior staff in relevant fields of operation.
- To carry out, independently, specified routine technical tasks which require a higher degree of technical knowledge and skills.
- To implement specified technical plans in relevant fields of operations.
- To execute Quality Assurance Programmes.
- To assist in planning and conducting research.
- To engage in continuous professional development
- To ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and MOI business process.
To perform any other duties related to his/her work as assigned by his/her supervisor
QUALIFICATION AND EXPERIENCE
The applicant should be holder of Full Technician Certificate or Diploma in Mechanics or equivalent qualifications from a recognized institution
Salary Scale: PMGSS 5/1