Multiskilled Technician - HVAC

Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated; Grimbergen; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL) in Grimbergen, Belgium, seeks a Mechanical Technician - HVAC to ensure reliable operation of building systems in an innovation center. You will perform preventive maintenance and supervise external contractors, coordinating with the Chief Engineer to maximize system availability.

Required: an apprenticeship in SHK or equivalent, at least 5 years in similar settings, and strong HVAC/ventilation knowledge. Dutch or French fluency with basic English is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Completed apprenticeship as a SHK or comparable in heating/AC/ventilation.
• Minimum 5 years in maintenance of building technical systems, in complex properties.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance on HVAC, heating, plumbing, ventilation, and refrigeration systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair building systems; supervise external contractors.
• Monitor BMS for optimal operation and early fault detection.
• Support capital projects and commissioning of new systems.

Skills

HVAC systems

MSR

BMS

CMMS

Electrical safety

Team coordination

Education

SHK/apprenticeship in plumbing/heating/AC

Mechatronics qualification

Tools

Building management systems (BMS)

Ticketing systems

Job description

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Position Summary & Goals

As Mechanical Technician - HVAC, you are responsible for the reliable operation and maintenance of all building technical systems in a innovation center. You independently perform preventive maintenance and troubleshooting, supervise external contractors during complex work, and support technical projects. With your hands‑on mentality, you ensure maximum system availability in office and laboratory areas and work closely with the Chief Engineer and the technical team.

Duties & Responsibilities

Maintenance and Service:

• Execution of preventive maintenance on HVAC systems, heating, plumbing, ventilation, and refrigeration systems to ensure maximum system availability and minimize unplanned outages.
• Independent troubleshooting and repairs on building technical systems in office and laboratory areas in compliance with all safety and quality standards.
• Inspection and maintenance of laboratory ventilation systems considering specific requirements and legal regulations.

System Monitoring and Optimization:

• Monitoring and operation of the Building Management System (BMS) to ensure optimal operating parameters and early detection of malfunctions.

External Contractor Management:

• Technical supervision and monitoring of external contractors during maintenance, repair, and installation work to ensure quality, safety, and contract compliance.
• Acceptance of completed work and documentation of services in coordination with the Chief Engineer.

Project Support:

• Technical support for capital investment projects, conversions, and modernization measures in close cooperation with project managers and the Chief Engineer.
• Participation in the commissioning of new systems and equipment.

Documentation and Reporting:

• Complete and timely documentation of all work performed, maintenance activities, and malfunctions in the CAFM/ticketing system.
• Maintenance of technical documentation, system plans, and maintenance protocols.
• Reporting of safety‑relevant defects and technical anomalies to the Chief Engineer.

Compliance and Safety:

• Compliance with all legal regulations, safety requirements, and client‑specific standards (occupational safety, health protection, environmental protection).
• Support during legally required inspections and expert examinations.
• Participation in safety briefings and HSE training.

On-Call Duty:

• Participation in on‑call duty after successful onboarding to ensure 24/7 system availability.

Your Qualifications

Education:

• Completed apprenticeship as a plumbing, heating, and air conditioning technician (SHK), mechatronics technician for refrigeration technology, steam, central heating and ventilation installer, or comparable qualification.

Professional Experience:

• Several years of professional experience (minimum 5 years) in maintenance and servicing of building technical systems, ideally in complex properties (office, laboratory, or production environments).
• Practical experience with HVAC systems, heating, plumbing, ventilation, and refrigeration systems.
• Experience in supervising and coordinating external contractors an advantage.

Technical Skills:

• Sound knowledge of the functionality and maintenance of HVAC, plumbing, heating, ventilation, and refrigeration systems.
• Good knowledge of measurement, control, and regulation technology (MSR) and operation of Building Management Systems (BMS).
• Qualification as an electrically instructed person.
• Confident handling of technical drawings, system plans, and maintenance protocols.
• Knowledge of CMMS systems and ticketing systems desirable.
• Understanding of legal regulations and standards

Personal Competencies:

Strong hands‑on mentality and high level of commitment.

Independent, structured, and solution‑oriented working approach.

Team player with good communication skills when dealing with colleagues, external contractors, and customers.

Reliability, conscientiousness, and high sense of responsibility.

Flexibility and resilience in a dynamic environment.

Service and customer orientation.

Language Skills:

• Fluent in Dutch or French
• Basic English skills for operating technical systems and communication with international colleagues an advantage

Key Competencies:

• The below set of skills will contribute to the effective delivery of this role and to the JLL culture and values.
• Demonstrates a good working knowledge of buildings services installations including HVAC, boilers, chillers, Electrical and Mechanical systems.
• Ability to work after hours, over weekends and on public holidays with short or no notice: 24 hours "On Call" system on a weekly rotating base and occasional work during the weekends.
• Team spirit: shares common goals and values mutual achievements.
• PC skills: fluency in O365, with focus on Excel.
• PC skills: easy to adopt to systems like a BMS, ticket system, etc.
• Result‑oriented: does what it takes to deliver.
• Car license category B

Location

On-site –Strombeek-Bever, BEL

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