Assistant Manager - Operations (Kingston, Jamaica) - University Hospital of the West Indies

 University Hospital of the West Indies Private Wing

Tony Thwaites Wing

Assistant Manager - Operations

UHWI Private Wing, Tony Thwaites Wing invites applications from suitably qualified persons to fill the permanent, full-time position of Assistant Manager - Operations. The Assistant Manager - Operations will be responsible for supervising and managing the daily operations of the facility to ensure the highest level of operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

• Providing Project Management support for internal and external projects.
• Overseeing the maintenance and upkeep of the facilities and all operational and medical equipment.
• Supervising and monitoring the daily activities of the Maintenance Technicians and Groundsman.
• Managing business relationships with external suppliers of goods/sundries/services.
• Negotiating and monitoring contractor and equipment service agreements.
• Providing coordination support for the training and implementation of the Health Information System for TTW users.

Required Competencies:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to focus on various tasks and activities simultaneously.
• Ability to monitor and maintain various aspects of machinery, equipment, and buildings.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritize maintenance tasks, activities, and programs.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

Minimum Required Education and Experience:

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Management/Management Studies along with at least five (5) years' experience in a supervisory post; with demonstrated experience in a hospital facilities management or property management in a comparably complex environment as the hospital (e.g. hospitality/ hotel environment)
• Or a Diploma in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering; Or Building Technology or appropriate technical and business administrative certification in areas related to the position along with at least seven (7) years' demonstrated experience in a hospital facilities management or property management in a comparably complex environment as the hospital (e.g. hospitality/ hotel environment).
• Demonstrating knowledge of accounting and patient management systems related to the medical field is a plus.
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology and/or functions of Hospital Medical Records.

Interested candidates may submit applications by Tuesday, September 26, 2023 to: resume.sorter@ttwing.com

Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.