Job Title:  Biomedical Engineering Manager

Job Summary

• Leads the Biomedical Engineering Department through overseeing the management, maintenance, and lifecycle of all medical and life-support equipment across the hospital. Ensures the efficient daily operations of the department, including preventive maintenance, quality assurance, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Oversees the procurement, commissioning, upgrades, and replacement of biomedical equipment, ensuring timely execution, alignment with clinical needs, and compliance with healthcare standards.
• Develops and implements strategic plans for continuous improvement of biomedical services, focusing on risk management, budget optimization, and alignment with hospital operational goals.

Principles Duties and Responsibilities

• Biomedical Equipment Operations and Management
  • Oversee daily operations of biomedical engineering services, ensuring equipment reliability, functionality, and availability for clinical use.
  • Oversee commissioning, installation, and decommissioning of biomedical equipment, ensuring compliance with safety, operational, and regulatory standards.
  • Review overall equipment status, maintenance activities, and technical interventions to ensure traceability and accountability.
  • Collaborate with clinical teams to align equipment performance with operational requirements and patient care needs

• Resource Optimization and Allocation, and Project Oversight
  • Develop and implement strategies for allocating biomedical equipment, spare parts, and technical staff to meet clinical needs and operational priorities.
  • Implement preventive maintenance, calibration schedules, and lifecycle management to maximize equipment reliability and minimize downtime.
  • Oversee procurement, readiness checks, and spare parts management for critical biomedical equipment to ensure uninterrupted clinical operations.
  • Manage projects related to procurement, installation, upgrades, and recalls, ensuring timely and efficient execution with minimal disruption to services.

• Risk, Safety, and Compliance Management
  • Ensure compliance of biomedical equipment with safety regulations, industry standards, and hospital accreditation requirements.
  • Develop and implement risk management strategies, including safety protocols, emergency plans, and risk assessments, to mitigate equipment-related risks.
  • Regularly monitor and review performance and safety reports to identify potential risks and initiate corrective actions.
  • Ensure the department's adherence to quality management systems (QMS) and support accreditation activities and audits.

• Stakeholders and Vendor Relations
  • Oversee relationships with external vendors, contractors, and service providers to ensure timely and efficient delivery of biomedical equipment services.
  • Negotiate contracts, monitor vendor performance, and ensure compliance with service level agreements to maintain service quality.
  • Collaborate with relevant internal stakeholders, to identify and address operational issues that impact patient care, service efficiency, departmental productivity and processes.

• Supervisory and Staff Development
  • Provide leadership, mentorship, and career development opportunities to foster high performance and continuous growth within the biomedical engineering team.
  • Oversee staffing plans, identify training needs, and manage recruitment to ensure sufficient capacity and capabilities within the department.
  • Implement, monitor, and evaluate Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for biomedical engineering employees to drive continuous improvement.

Professional Requirements

• A minimum of eight (8) to ten (10) years of experience in the biomedical engineering or healthcare technology field, in a hospital setting, is highly desirable.
• At least five (5) to eight (8) years in a supervisory or management role.
• Professional certifications, such as Certified Clinical Engineer (CCE), Certified Healthcare Technology Manager (CHTM), or any other relevant certification in a related field are highly desirable.
• Proven track of record in preventive maintenance planning, equipment lifecycle management, and operational processes effectively

Educational Requirements

• A minimum of Bachelor’s degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronic or Electrical Engineering, and or any other related field equivalent is required.
• A Postgraduate Degree in Biomedical Engineering, Electronic or Electrical Engineering and or any other related field is highly preferred.

Specialised Skills/Knowledge/Attribute Requirement

• Strong knowledge of biomedical equipment, medical devices, and life-support systems, including standards, safety regulations, and healthcare compliance requirements.
• In-depth understanding of medical device lifecycle management, preventive maintenance, calibration, repair, and quality assurance processes.
• Knowledge of healthcare technology systems, clinical workflows, and integration of biomedical equipment 
  into hospital operations.
• Familiarity with local and international regulatory standards relevant to biomedical equipment and healthcare technology.
• Excellent leadership and managerial skills, with the ability to oversee technical teams and coordinate with clinical, administrative, and vendor stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities, including risk assessment, equipment failure mitigation, and emergency response related to medical equipment.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and ensure compliance with hospital standards and regulatory requirements.

Closing Date

31st December 2025