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Since 2006, the French Medical Institute for Mothers and Children (FMIC) in Kabul, Afghanistan, has served patients from all 34 provinces. Operated through a public-private partnership among the Governments of Afghanistan and France, La Chaine de L’Espoir, and the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), with management by the Aga Khan University, FMIC delivers world-class medical services and drives healthcare innovation in the region.

FMIC provides specialized consultations, advanced diagnostics (CT, MRI, radiology), surgeries, a 24/7 pharmacy, and state-of-the-art laboratory testing. It has recorded over 2.3 million patient visits and consultations, conducted 6.8 million laboratory tests, and performed 59,000 surgeries, including more than 5,700 pediatric and adult cardiac procedures. As Afghanistan’s first ISO and SafeCare-certified hospital (recertified in 2024), FMIC has pioneered open-heart surgery, advanced diagnostics, and telemedicine, earning the IHF Award in 2021.

With a 176-bed capacity and a highly skilled Afghan medical team, FMIC is committed to advancing healthcare excellence. Through its Patient Welfare Support Programme, it has provided over $57.6 million in subsidized or free care, ensuring equitable access to high-quality treatment for vulnerable populations.

Description of Responsibilities:

• (List duties under two separate headings Regular and Periodic Responsibilities. Use a numbered statement for each duty Make each statement as detailed as necessary to show clearly what is entailed. Use another blank sheet, if required)

Regular Responsibilities:

• Repairs and maintains machinery and equipment, monitors condition and performance of mechanical, plumbing, electrical, hydraulic, and HVAC systems, firefighting systems, elevators, diesel boilers, diesel generators, solar systems, and pneumatic systems, and devices.
• Proficient in the following trades: plumbing, steam maintenance, metal fabrication, control/alarm systems, HVAC systems, or refrigeration
• Knowledge of national and state codes, rules, regulations, laws, and procedures applicable to the trade
• and familiar with computer skills, including a computerized Equipment Management System.
• Prepare a parts list and be able to read electrical circuits and mechanical drawings to identify the required parts.
• Experience in vacuum plants, medical air, oxygen generators, autoclaves, and boilers should be counted as an asset to the candidate’s experience.
• Continued focus on improved quality of service and ensuring effective operation and maintenance of all facilities.
• Conduct end-user training for the proper use of facilities related to MEP.                            
• Investigate equipment failures and difficulties to diagnose faulty operations and to make recommendations to maintenance staff.
• Oversee heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration systems.
• Monitor and manage water supply, drainage, and waste disposal systems. 
• Inspect and maintain HVAC systems, plumbing, and medical gas systems.
• Repair mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, and sterilizers. 
• Ensure all systems comply with health and safety regulations.
• Install new mechanical systems and upgrade existing ones.
• Collaborate with contractors and vendors for large-scale projects. 
• Optimize energy usage and implement sustainable practices.
• Monitor energy consumption and suggest improvements. 
• Respond to system failures or emergencies promptly. Maintain records of inspections, repairs, and maintenance.
• Report issues and suggest improvements to hospital administration. 
• Work closely with biomedical engineers, facility managers, and clinical staff.
• Train maintenance staff on mechanical systems and safety protocols.

Periodic Responsibilities

• Provide quarterly reports to Administrator FMD on Goals & Objectives and Quality Indicators, training, and operational parameters of utilities, including power consumption, fuel consumption, corrective & preventive maintenance.
• Perform preventive maintenance (PM), corrective maintenance (CM), and Inspection of equipment in the hospital.
• With good troubleshooting skills on electro/mechanical equipment and the ability to help and train his staff
• Implementation of the quality management system, Safecare JCIA, and ISO 9000

• Technical and theoretical knowledge of mechanical
• electro-mechanical communication skills.

Dear applicant,

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Only short-listed candidates whose applications respond to the criteria will be contacted.

If you are not invited for a written test or interview within a four-week period of time, please consider that your application was not considered for this vacancy.

Validated copies of academic certificates/diplomas will be requested only if you are selected.

Best regards,

FMIC HR Team

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