Electrical Engineer [SHC]

The Foundation for Medical Services is seeking to recruit Electrical Engineers who shall form part of the Foundation for Medical Services Team.

Jobsplus Permit Number: 946/2023

Electrical Engineer – SHC, posted at Censu Moran Regional Hub

Position: Electrical Engineer

Reports to: Head/Director of Engineering Department - SHC or their named delegate/s

Main Duties and responsibilities:

The Engineer will form part of an Engineering team. The job includes but is not limited to the following duties and responsibilities:

• Operate, monitor, and maintain critical hospital building services including HVAC, medical gases, electrical distribution, standby power, fire safety systems, plumbing, lifts, ELV systems, and water treatment.
• Respond rapidly to alarms, faults, system failures, and urgent maintenance requests to ensure uninterrupted clinical operations.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance, equipment servicing, calibration checks, and safety inspections in accordance with statutory requirements, manufacturer guidelines, and hospital policies.
• Carry out corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, and root‐cause analysis for system failures or performance anomalies.
• Maintain accurate maintenance logs, equipment histories, permits, compliance documentation, and asset registers.
• Conduct routine inspections to verify system performance, identify risks, and flag potential hazards.
• Liaise with external contractors as necessary for performing technical functions which can not be done with internal staff.
• Assist in energy monitoring, efficiency improvements, sustainability initiatives, and utility usage reporting.
• Uphold hospital safety standards, infection‐control requirements, and statutory regulations across all engineering activities.
• Prepare designs, technical specifications, BOQs, and technical/costing proposals for engineering projects.
• Support concept, preliminary, and detailed engineering planning, ensuring feasibility and compliance.
• Assist with tender preparation, evaluation, procurement coordination, and contractor assessments.
• Monitor contractor works on site, review technical submittals, inspect progress, and ensure adherence to drawings, specifications, and quality standards.
• Support project management activities, including reporting, scheduling input, progress tracking, risk identification, and coordination with QS, planning, and clinical teams.
• Participate in testing, commissioning, quality reviews, and approval of completed works prior to handover.
• Provide technical guidance to supervisors, technicians, draughtspersons, and site coordinators throughout project execution.
• Ensure client requirements, safety standards, and regulatory obligations are met across all project stages.

Job Criteria:

By the closing date and time of this call for applications, applicants must have:

• A recognized and accredited Electrical Engineering Bachelor’s Degree at MQF Level 6.

• Warrant to practice as Engineer. (applicants who do not hold a Maltese Warrant to Practice as Engineer shall still be considered as valid candidates, given that they are eligible to obtain the warrant if chosen for the position).

• A minimum of 5 years of professional experience or 3 years experience after obtaining a warrant.

Other pre-requisites:

• Work experience in management of construction projects AND/OR operations and facilities will be considered an asset.

• Proficient in the English language, both written and verbally.

During the interview, candidates will be assessed on the following skills:

• Communication skills.

• Excellent organisational and planning skills;

• Self-motivation with a professional and positive approach.

Type of Contract and Salary Range:

Contract Type: Indefinite contract with 12 months probationary period

Salary: An attractive salary package, including allowances and a performance bonus is being offered with this position

Interested persons are to submit their application together with the below documents:

• Application Letter

• An updated C.V.

• Two reference letters from previous employers

• Police Conduct Certificate (obtained within the last six months)

• Copy of the relevant qualification certificates. (Applicants in possession of a foreign qualification need to submit a recognition statement from the Malta Qualifications Recognition Information Centre)

Interested persons are to submit their application to The Head of Human Resources, Foundation for Medical Services, Gattard House, 3rd Floor, National Road, Blata l-Bajda HMR 9010 or by clicking 'Apply for this Job'.

Applications should reach the HR Department by not later than the 24th July 2026.