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Technical Manager

Pinpoint One Human Resources

  • R Undisclosed
  • Permanent Management position
  • Sandringham
  • Posted 29 Jan 2026 by Pinpoint One Human Resources
  • Expires in 34 days
  • Job 2632053 - Ref Tech Man NHLS
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About the position

Our client, operating in the health and biomedical sector, is looking for a Technical Manager to take full technical and managerial ownership of high and maximum containment laboratory facilities (BSL3 & BSL4).

If you know what negative pressure, certification cycles and containment integrity mean - and they don't make you nervous - keep reading.
What You'll Be Doing

  • Keeping BSL3 & BSL4 laboratories safe, compliant and operational

  • Managing engineering, maintenance, commissioning and re-certification

  • Leading a biocontainment engineering team

  • Owning CAPEX and operational budgets

  • Overseeing HVAC, BMS, containment and decontamination systems

  • Acting as a trusted technical authority on biosafety and biosecurity

  • Stepping in during high-pressure situations, including outbreak support

Minimum Requirements (Non-Negotiable)

?? Please note: Applications that do not meet all criteria below will not be considered.

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (NQF Level 7)

Recognised local and international training/certification in biosafety & biosecurity

7+ years' post-qualification experience in high biocontainment laboratory environments

5+ years managing or supervising BSL3 and/or BSL4 facilities

Hands-on experience with:

BSL3/BSL4 commissioning and (re)certification

Validation of containment systems

HVAC and Building Management Systems

Preventative and corrective maintenance programmes

Contractor management and budgeting

You'll Also Need

  • Strong leadership, communication and reporting skills

  • Proficiency in CMMS, CAD software and MS Office

  • Willingness to travel locally and internationally

The Bottom Line

This role carries serious responsibility and real-world impact.
If you meet the minimum criteria and thrive in complex, regulated environments - we want to hear from you.

?? Shortlisting will be conducted strictly against the stated requirements.

Desired Skills:

  • Biosafety
  • Biosecuurity
  • Biocontainment

About The Employer:

Our client is a leading organisation in the health and biomedical research sector, responsible for cutting-edge laboratory infrastructure and public health initiatives. They operate some of the country's highest containment laboratories (BSL3 & BSL4), and are recognised for their commitment to biosafety, biosecurity, and scientific excellence.

Joining this team means you will:


- Work at the forefront of infectious disease research and containment
- Lead specialist technical teams and high-impact projects
- Gain exposure to international biosafety standards and best practices
- Influence policy, procedures, and innovation in laboratory safety and operations
- Enjoy a role with national importance and opportunities for local and international engagement

This is a chance to make a real impact, while growing in a highly specialised, technically advanced environment.

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Our Profile pinpoint one human resources, founded in 1999, is a proudly South African, black women owned executive search firm, with a Level 2 B-BBEE accreditation. We specialise in identifying and appointing C suite, specialist and critical skills candidates across South Africa and the African continent. Our Story Established during South Africa’s transformation era in 1999, pinpoint one has evolved from an entrepreneurial venture into a formidable and respected executive search firm, across South Africa and the African continent. We have delivered through economic cycles and global challenges — the Y2k cross over, the 2008 financial crisis, the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing social and economic uncertainty. We do this by remaining agile, ethical, and committed to excellence. Our purpose remains constant: connecting best business with best talent. Our Core Business pinpoint one human resources is an effective executive search specialist providing executive search and recruitment services in the areas of C-suite, critical, scarce and specialist skills and related human resources advisory services across industries and professional disciplines, nationally in the Republic of South Africa and across Africa with the capability of servicing National, Pan-African and Multi-National Corporates. Our Services Our services span the full talent lifecycle — from leadership acquisition to retention to succession planning. Executive Search & Leadership Appointments Board Appointments Recruitment of C-Suit, Scarce and Critical skills On Demand, Interim and Fixed Term Contract Recruitment Psychometric & Competency Assessments Executive Coaching and Mentoring HR Advisory Services including Organizational Design, Job Grading, Salary Benchmarking Our Mission To provide effective Executive Search, Recruitment and Human Resources Advisory Services to ensure the sustainability of our clients. Our Vision To be a sustainable and respected premier Executive Search, Recruitment and Human Resources Advisory Services firm in South Africa and across Africa. Our Transformation pinpoint one human resources established by three friends transformed into a 51% South African black woman-owned executive search firm with a Level 2 B-BBEE accreditation. The shareholders are Lucia Mabasa, Clive H Viveiros and Nkhabele Maruma. Lucia and Clive are operational in the business contributing to a philosophy of being owner managed. Pinpoint one human resources, as a small business (smme)has taken responsibility for making its own contribution to socio economic transformation in South Africa. This commitment includes skills transfer, coaching and mentoring of its own employees, diverse and economic development programmes and corporate social investment. Our Leadership Our business is owner managed by South Africans, Lucia Mabasa and Clive H Viveiros. Lucia Mabasa Chief Executive Officer Lucia joined pinpoint one human resources in 2002 and became Managing Director in 2010 and majority shareholder in 2018. She holds a BA and MA in Industrial Sociology. Her leadership has positioned the firm as one of South Africa’s foremost executive search consultancies. Clive H. Viveiros Co-founder & Executive Director After serving as Managing Director of one of South Africa’s largest recruitment agencies, the Kelly Group, he cofounded pinpoint one human resources. He holds a BA (Law), MBA, and MSSC. His focus is executive, management and scarce skill placements in the public sector and SOEs, agriculture, agri-processing, mining, and arts and culture, while expanding the firm’s African footprint. Our Commitment Our purpose is to connect best business with best talent — with precision, care, and complete confidentiality. Every engagement is handled discreetly and ethically to protect both client and candidate interests. Our Ethos We operate with integrity, professionalism, and absolute confidentiality. Our work reflects the diversity and values of South Africa and Africa. Every assignment is delivered with focus, accountability, and respect. This is clearly articulated in our Ethos. Our Soul It’s about passion, it’s about a belief in what we do, it’s about achieving excellence. At pinpoint one human resources we never do anything in half measures, whether attracting and retaining talented people or practicing corporate citizenship, we have fun delivering! The human resources solutions partnerships we develop with clients and candidates continue long after the assignment or project is completed – positive proof that we believe in achieving mutual success.

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