Technical Service Manager

2 weeks ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Smith+Nephew Full time

Technical Service Manager – Johannesburg

Life Unlimited.

At Smith+Nephew, we design and manufacture technology that liberates individuals from limitations.

We believe that through innovation, development, and supporting our clients and patients, we can assist others in achieving a Life Unlimited. Our products reach 100 countries globally, and maintaining this requires a significant effort.

What will your responsibilities include?

The position is part of the Global Service Organisation and will report to the Regional Service Director EMEA with a secondary reporting line to the South African Managing Director. You will oversee the efficient management and supervision of the technical service center in South Africa and the Remote/Field support technical teams for Robotics and Sports Medicine. This is crucial to enable Smith & Nephew to deliver continuous technical service and build enduring relationships with customers alongside our equipment.

Key requirements for success:

  • Experience in leading Scope and Power technical staff to ensure consistent service delivery.
  • Ensuring high-quality repairs on instruments within specified turn-around time frames.
  • Adherence to all company standard operating procedures and management of a service center that complies with local regulations and international standards such as ISO 13485, FDA, and GxP.
  • Proficiency in identifying, developing, and reporting monthly Key Performance Indicators related to meeting customer expectations, technician productivity, revenue growth, and other identified metrics supporting operational execution.
  • Strong budget management skills.
  • Leading Field and Level 2 or 3 technical support teams for Robotics, SPM, AWM, and Trauma franchises.
  • Collaborating with the Global Service team to create tiered Service offerings and formulate go-to-market strategies for new OEMs to be incorporated through Service channels.

Minimum qualifications for successful candidates:

  • Master's degree in biomedical engineering or a related field.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Four years of experience in the manufacturing or repair of medical devices.
  • Preferred four years of supervisory experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to utilize data for effective decision-making.
  • Thorough knowledge of ISO13485 and FDA requirements, as well as GxP understanding and experience.
  • Effective communication and consensus-building capabilities.
  • Experience operating within a Matrix Organization.
  • Proven capability to drive change and establish new processes and procedures.

You. Unlimited.

165 years of innovative pioneering demands unwavering attention to the future. We are centered on you. You represent what's next...

  • Inclusion, Diversity, and Equity: Committed to Embracing, Commemorating, and Flourishing through Diversity.
  • Work/Life Balance: Offers Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Paid Volunteering Hours.
  • Your Wellbeing: Includes Medical Aid and an Employee Wellness Programme, and much more.
  • Flexibility: Embracing a Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles).
  • Training: Practical, Team-Tailored, Mentorship Opportunities.


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