HVAC Technician

IHG Hotels & Resorts; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

IHG Hotels & Resorts, specifically Kimpton KAFD Riyadh, is seeking an HVAC Maintenance Technician to uphold reliable engineering operations and high maintenance standards in a dynamic hospitality environment.

The role involves inspecting, maintaining, and repairing HVAC systems, performing preventive maintenance, and collaborating with engineers, contractors, and suppliers to ensure safety and quality across guest areas and back-of-house facilities.

Qualifications

• Diploma or vocational certification in HVAC, Mechanical Engineering, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, or related field.
• Minimum of two years' experience in HVAC maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and BMS.
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC equipment (split units, AHUs, FCUs, chillers, ventilation, refrigeration).
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance and safe handling of HVAC tools, equipment, and refrigerants.
• Familiarity with local health, safety, environmental regulations.
• Hotel experience is preferred and relevant HVAC certification or trade licence as required by law.
• Good written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems throughout the hotel.
• Performing preventive maintenance to ensure equipment operates efficiently and minimise unexpected breakdowns.
• Responding to guest room and public area maintenance requests related to air conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Monitoring HVAC performance and reporting issues requiring corrective action.
• Adhering to health, safety, and environmental procedures while supporting sustainability initiatives through energy efficiency.
• Assisting the Engineering team with general maintenance tasks and keeping accurate maintenance records.
• Working with colleagues, contractors, and suppliers to ensure engineering work is completed safely and to a high standard.

Skills

HVAC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Preventive maintenance

BMS familiarity

Safety compliance

English proficiency

Education

HVAC diploma/certification

Job description

A little taste of your day-to-day:

Every day is different, but you'll mostly be:

• Inspecting, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing HVAC and refrigeration systems throughout the hotel
• Performing preventive maintenance to ensure equipment operates efficiently and minimise unexpected breakdowns
• Responding promptly to guest room and public area maintenance requests related to air conditioning and ventilation systems
• Monitoring the performance of HVAC equipment and reporting any issues requiring corrective action
• Following all health, safety, and environmental procedures while supporting the hotel's sustainability initiatives through efficient energy usage
• Assisting the Engineering team with general maintenance tasks as required and maintaining accurate maintenance records
• Working closely with colleagues, contractors, and suppliers to ensure all engineering work is completed safely and to the highest standard

What We Need from You:

• Diploma or vocational certification in HVAC, Mechanical Engineering, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration, or a related technical field
• Minimum of two years' experience in HVAC maintenance, preferably within the hospitality, commercial, or facilities management industry
• Strong knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and building management systems (BMS)
• Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC equipment, including split units, AHUs, FCUs, chillers, ventilation, and refrigeration systems
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance practices and safe handling of HVAC tools, equipment, and refrigerants
• Familiarity with local health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Hotel experience is preferred
• Relevant HVAC certification or trade licence, where required by law
• Good command of written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage

What You Can Expect from Us:

At Kimpton KAFD Riyadh, you'll be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering exceptional guest experiences through reliable engineering operations and high maintenance standards. We provide opportunities for learning, professional development, and career growth within a dynamic hospitality environment.

If you're passionate about delivering quality work and enjoy working as part of a dedicated Engineering team, we'd love to hear from you.