Lead Technician

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS); Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A facilities management company is seeking a highly skilled HVAC Technician for its team in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. This role involves overseeing the maintenance and installation of HVAC systems, managing operations, and providing technical guidance. The ideal candidate will have 4–5 years of hands-on experience and a strong understanding of CRAC/CRAH units and VRV/VRF systems. This position offers an opportunity to lead a mobile team and work across various client sites, ensuring optimal system performance and compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of hands-on HVAC maintenance and system operations experience.
• Supervisory or shift-lead experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems.
• Assign tasks to HVAC team members and ensure timely completion.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system malfunctions.
• Supervise complex assignments and implement innovative solutions.
• Maintain proper documentation and records.

Skills

Reading technical schematics

Working knowledge of CRAC/CRAH units

Knowledge of VRV/VRF systems

Understanding plumbing systems

Decision-making skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or technical/trade certification

Job description

About CBRE Global Work Solution KSA: We help the world’s most influential organizations achieve maximum uptime, reduced risk and decarbonization across industries and asset types. Managing every aspect of your real estate, from accounting and operations to sustainability and energy consumption. With scale, experience and innovative technology, our experts help you reduce costs, increase efficiencies and create memorable on-site experiences. CBRE teams and facilities leaders face ongoing challenges related to fragmented service models, variations in delivery across geographies, incomplete data and reporting and inconsistent service functions. Successfully navigating these challenges requires real-time line of sight into facility costs, conditions, space utilization, energy consumption and capital priorities. Our integrated operating model combines the industry’s most powerful data and insights with a global-to-local service delivery approach within five core offerings: Technical Services, Smart FM Solutions, Asset Optimization, Sustainability Solutions and Workplace Experience Services—connecting assets and occupied spaces into one global strategy that will achieve transformational results for your facilities. across markets and service lines when necessary – to bring you the best-inclass real estate solutions.

CBRE GWS Saudi Arabia is seeking a highly skilled and motivated HVAC Technician to join our Facilities Management team in Dammam.

This role is part of a Mobile Team, requiring regular travel by company vehicle between multiple client sites to perform maintenance and operational duties.

Purpose of the Role:

You will be responsible for overseeing the maintenance, installation, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems to ensure optimal performance, regulatory compliance, and minimal downtime across client facilities. You will supervise technicians, manage daily operations, and provide technical guidance while upholding CBRE RISE values.

Key Tasks:

• Assign tasks to HVAC team members and ensure timely completion.
• Install, repair, calibrate, and maintain HVAC systems including CRAC/CRAH units, DX systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs, and ducting components.
• Conduct inspections and preventive maintenance to ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and operational efficiency.
• Troubleshoot and resolve system malfunctions and equipment failures; recommend modifications when necessary.
• Supervise complex assignments and implement innovative technical solutions.
• Provide coaching and technical support to junior engineers and technicians.
• Maintain proper documentation and records in alignment with company and client standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to reduce downtime and ensure continuity of operations.
• Demonstrate CBRE RISE values through leadership, communication, and professionalism.
• Communicate technical information effectively to stakeholders and team members.

Education:

• High School Diploma, GED, or technical/trade school certification in HVAC or Mechanical Engineering.
• Equivalent education and experience may be considered.

Skills:

• Ability to read technical schematics and documentation.
• Strong working knowledge of CRAC/CRAH units, VRV/VRF systems, AHUs, and related equipment.
• Understanding of plumbing systems is a plus.
• Physically capable of field duties including lifting, standing, climbing, and extended walking.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills with an inquisitive mindset.
• Ability to interpret and apply safety regulations and building codes.

Experience:

• 4–5 years of hands‑on HVAC maintenance and system operations experience.
• Supervisory or shift‑lead experience preferred.