VRF Technician

AtkinsRéalis; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 67,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tax-free salary

Life insurance coverage

Medical insurance

Annual leave balance

Discretionary bonus program

Annual flight contribution

Transportation & housing allowances

Employee Wellbeing Program

Job summary

AtkinsRéalis is seeking a skilled VRF/VRV Technician to operate, maintain, troubleshoot, repair and install VRF/VRV air conditioning systems across client facilities. You will ensure safety, efficiency and compliance with company standards while delivering reliable HVAC services.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of hands-on HVAC maintenance experience, with proven VRF/VRV installation and commissioning skills, and familiarity with HVAC controls and BMS interfaces. GCC experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• HVAC maintenance experience required (3–5 years).
• Hands-on VRF/VRV systems experience in commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare or mixed-use facilities.
• GCC experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of VRF/VRV systems.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, and control faults.
• Install, commission, and test VRF/VRV units and equipment.
• Perform refrigerant recovery, charging, leak testing, pressure testing, and vacuuming.
• Read HVAC drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers and other teams to ensure uninterrupted facility operations.

Skills

VRF/VRV installation & commissioning

HVAC preventive maintenance

Refrigeration cycle & handling

Electrical troubleshooting

HVAC controls & BMS knowledge

Refrigerant leak detection & repair

Pipe brazing & insulation

Reading drawings & schematics

Education

Diploma / ITI / Technical Certification in HVAC or related discipline

Job description

Overview

The VRF/VRV Technician is responsible for the operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of VRF/VRV air conditioning systems and associated HVAC equipment across client facilities. The role ensures systems operate safely, efficiently, and in compliance with company and client standards.

Your role

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of VRF/VRV systems.
• Diagnose and rectify mechanical, electrical, and control-related faults.
• Install, commission, and test VRF/VRV units and associated equipment.
• Perform refrigerant recovery, charging, leak testing, pressure testing, and vacuuming activities.
• Conduct routine inspections and performance checks on HVAC systems.
• Maintain indoor and outdoor units, controls, sensors, compressors, condensers, and evaporators.
• Read and interpret HVAC drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Monitor equipment condition and recommend corrective actions to improve system reliability.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and emergency maintenance requests.
• Complete maintenance reports, work orders, and equipment logs accurately.
• Ensure compliance with AtkinsRéalis HSE requirements and client safety procedures.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, and other technical teams to ensure uninterrupted facility operations.

Educational Qualification

• Diploma / ITI / Technical Certification in HVAC, Refrigeration, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in HVAC maintenance.
• Hands-on experience with VRF/VRV systems in commercial, residential, hospitality, healthcare, or mixed-use facilities.
• GCC experience preferred.

Technical Competencies

• VRF/VRV installation and commissioning.
• HVAC preventive and corrective maintenance.
• Refrigeration cycle and refrigerant handling.
• Electrical troubleshooting.
• HVAC controls and BMS interface knowledge.
• Refrigerant leak detection and repair.
• Pipe brazing and insulation works.
• Reading technical drawings and schematics.

Preferred Brand Experience

• Daikin
• Mitsubishi Electric
• LG
• Samsung
• Carrier
• Toshiba
• Hitachi

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Customer-focused approach.
• Effective communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Commitment to health, safety, and quality.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet service level requirements.

Rewards & benefits

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This Includes

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

About AtkinsRéalis

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's'infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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