Chief Engineer – Facility Management Full Time NEW

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This role will be based in Bhubaneswar at Kalinga Max Healthcare. Max healthcare has acquired stake in Kalinga Hospital. This is a 250 bed NABH Credited facility built on a 10acre land parcel.

• Ensure continuous operation of all critical systems (HVAC, electrical, DG sets, UPS, medical gas pipeline systems).
• Develop and implement preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Monitor building management systems (BMS) and energy systems
• Maintain operation theaters (OT), ICUs, clean rooms, and isolation wards as per healthcare standards.
• Ensure proper functioning of medical gas systems (oxygen, vacuum, compressed air).
• Oversee water systems including RO plants, STP, and WT.
• Ensure compliance with healthcare standards such as: NABH & JCI
• Fire safety regulations and local statutory requirements
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments.
• Ensure infection control measures in engineering operations.
• Lead hospital construction, renovation, and expansion projects.
• Coordinate with architects, consultants, and contractors.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and as per healthcare specifications
• Manage engineering team including technicians, supervisors, and contractors.
• Conduct training programs for staff on safety and system operations.
• Develop SOPs for all engineering functions.
• Manage AMC/CMC contracts for equipment and systems.
• Evaluate vendor performance and ensure SLA compliance.
• Control maintenance budgets and procurement.
• Implement energy-saving initiatives.
• Monitor utility consumption (electricity, water, gases).
• Optimize operational costs without compromising patient care.
• Ensure readiness for emergencies like power failure, fire, and equipment breakdown.
• Develop disaster management plans and conduct mock drills.
• Maintain redundancy for critical systems.
• Foster team building and collaboration within the department.
• Provide critical input on the specifications and configuration of medical equipment and gas pipeline systems.

Years of Experience:

• Over 15 years of professional experience in hospital and hospitality projects, with extensive knowledge in managing and operating diverse medical systems.
• Local language preferred (Odia)

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering