Senior Hospital Foreman (St John Hospital) [For Serving HA Staff Only]

Application Deadline\: 12 August 2026

Date of Issue\: 30 July 2026 

Vacancy Notification Circular No. HKIC260757

Position\: Senior Hospital Foreman [For Serving HA Staff Only]

Rank\: Senior Hospital Foreman

Department / Hospital / Cluster\: General Administration Department / St John Hospital / Hong Kong Island Cluster

Pay:        HK$32,740 to HK$38,290 (HGPS Point 12 to 15) per month including Monthly Allowance

Up to 15% of total basic salary (after deducting the contribution of Mandatory Provident Fund by Hospital Authority) as end-of-contract gratuity may be offered to contract staff upon completion of the contract subject to satisfactory performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1.    Assist Hospital Administrators in providing and overseeing Support Services in the following areas:

a)      Daily operation of the full scope of Support Services, including but not limited to, housekeeping, cleansing, portering, transportation services, pest control, waste management, security & fire safety, landscaping (tree), gardening, facility and project management, green management, linen, store & supplies management, contractor management, mortuary services, event management, space and quarters management, and emergency preparedness.

b)      Recruitment, training and supervision of staff, ensuring compliance, occupational health & safety standards, and managing of supporting staff.

c)       Conduct regular inspection patrols and take necessary actions as required.

d)      Liaise and coordinate with stakeholders and service contractors in provision of support services and monitoring service quality and performance.

2.    Contribute to the preparation of hospital guidelines, standard operating procedures and work instructions, ensuring compliance with all related statutory requirements.

3.    Gather and report service-related figures and statistics.

4.    Conduct the investigation and follow-up actions related to feedback, complaints, or incidents and prepare investigation reports.

5.    Perform shift and on-call duties, handling and providing support in emergency situations as required by the Hospital.

6.    Undertake any other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Entry Requirements:

1.    Serving staff with a minimum of 2 years’ experience at Hospital Foreman level; OR

2.    (a)     Pass in 5 subjects, including English Language (Syllabus A or B), at Grade E in the Hong Kong Certificate of Education Examination, or equivalent; or

(b)     5 subjects in Hong Kong Diploma of Secondary Education attaining the level specified below:

(i)      Level 1 in English Language, and

(ii)     Level 2 in New Senior Secondary subjects/ “Attained” in Applied Learning subjects (subject to a maximum of 2 subjects under this category)/ Grade E in Other Language subjects, or equivalent; AND

(c)      4 years’ post-qualification experience, 2 years of which at supervisory level.

3.    Good communication and interpersonal skills, mature personality and experienced in supervising staff.

Preferred Attributes:

1.    Obtained a valid Security Personnel Permit issued by the Hong Kong Police Force.

2.    Proven expertise in comprehensive Support Services is an advantage.

3.    Extensive experience in facility management and project management is preferred.   

4.    Strong leadership, supervisory, and problem-solving skills.

5.    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

6.    Responsible, self-motivated and capable of working independently.

7.    Competent in managing incidents and emergencies autonomously.

8.    Knowledge of common computer software applications, including Microsoft Office and email, as well as dedicated systems such as CMMS and AMS.

9.    Highly adaptable and flexible, with the ability to manage multi-tasks simultaneously.

10. Ability to collaborate effectively as a team player, with leadership qualities.

11. Willingness to be deployed across various hospitals and/or clinics within Hong Kong Island Cluster.  

Remarks:

1.    Please refer to https\://www.ha.org.hk/haho/ho/hrd_jv/NotestoApplicants.pdf for “Notes to Applicants”.

2.    Please submit on-line application on or before 12 August 2026.  Please note that only on-line applications submitted via Hospital Authority Careers Webpage would be processed.

For enquiries, please telephone 2595 5863.