Senior Biomedical Engineer

The Role

To assist the Senior Manager in performing planned preventive maintenance, inspections, commissioning, evaluation, and repair and maintenance of biomedical equipment. To work closely with all other departments and contract service providers to ensure the proper repair and maintenance of equipment for safe and efficient operations.

Key Accountabilities

• Execute planned preventive maintenance (PPM) schedules within the stipulated time duration and ensure completion within schedule.
• Comply with relevant national and international standards and performance requirements established by the department.
• Participate in the joint commissioning of newly acquired equipment by the facility.
• Assist in the evaluation of new equipment intended to be purchased by the facility.
• Assist in other departmental duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
• Maintain good working relationships with all other departments.
• Ensure proper repair and maintenance are carried out by contract service providers.
• Assist the Senior Manager in supervising project work carried out by vendors.
• Execute work assigned by the Senior Manager on an ad hoc basis.
• Pursue professional development opportunities, including certifications and training, and contribute to departmental knowledge sharing.
• Liaise effectively with clinical departments, procurement, and external vendors to ensure alignment of biomedical services with hospital goals.
• Understand and comply with regulatory requirements, including HSA and MOH guidelines, and contribute to audit readiness and documentation accuracy.
• Take initiative in streamlining workflows and implementing best practices to enhance departmental efficiency.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Biomedical Engineering or a related field, with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 7 years of hospital biomedical engineering experience.
• Ability to read and understand schematics, technical documents, and basic clinical literature relevant to electromedical equipment.
• Knowledge of risk assessment, Lean Management, and Six Sigma.
• Good communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and Office 365.
• Hands-on experience is preferred.
• Creative, self-motivated, and able to take initiative.

Additional Information

• Schematics: Good understanding of electrical and electronic schematics.
• Technical Skills: Ability to articulate and perform troubleshooting, repair, and servicing of medical equipment.
• Interpersonal Skills: Able to relate well with people and work effectively as part of a team.
• Organisational Skills: Able to organise work schedules effectively and maintain a good filing system for records and manuals.
• IT Skills: Able to understand network topology, network configuration, and related terminology, with basic troubleshooting skills.