Chiller Plant Maintenance Engineer

CYCLECT ENGINEERING PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CYCLECT ENGINEERING PTE. LTD. in Singapore seeks a hands-on Chiller Plant Maintenance Engineer with solid experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting central chilled water systems.

You will perform preventive maintenance, diagnose faults, and optimize performance while liaising with end-users and clients to ensure reliable plant operation. The role requires a diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or Building Services, plus 5–8 years of field experience, strong

Qualifications

• Strong troubleshooting skills with ability to diagnose and fix complex issues.
• Hands-on and independent working style with proactive problem solving.
• Excellent communication and client-facing abilities to liaise with end-users and facility managers.
• Willingness to respond to emergency callouts and handle after-hours support.

Responsibilities

• Chiller Plant Operations & Maintenance: perform preventive and corrective maintenance on water-cooled / air-cooled chillers; maintain pumps and cooling towers; follow OEM and client PM schedules.
• Troubleshooting & Diagnosis: diagnose chiller trips, alarms, and performance issues; analyze root causes and implement fixes.
• System Performance & Optimization: monitor efficiency metrics; identify energy-saving opportunities; support audits and performance improvements.
• Client & End-User Liaison: act as technical point of contact; communicate issues clearly; attend site meetings.
• Documentation & Reporting: maintain maintenance records; prepare breakdown and performance reports; provide technical recommendations.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Independent working

Client communication

Emergency response

Education

Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or Building Services

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Chiller Plant Maintenance Engineer with strong technical knowledge and practical experience in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting central chilled water systems. The role involves preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, system optimization, and liaison with end-users and clients to ensure reliable and efficient plant operation.

Key Responsibilities

1. Chiller Plant Operations & Maintenance Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on water-cooled / air-cooled chillers (centrifugal, screw, scroll). Maintain chilled water pumps, condenser water pumps, and cooling towers. Carry out daily, weekly, monthly, and annual PM activities in accordance with OEM and client requirements. Ensure safe start-up, shutdown, and seasonal changeover of chiller plants.
2. Troubleshooting & Diagnosis Diagnose and rectify chiller trips, alarms, and performance issues. Troubleshoot pump cavitation, vibration, and flow problems. Interpret chiller controller alarms, BMS trends, and operating data. Conduct root-cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
3. System Performance & Optimization Monitor plant efficiency (kW/RT, COP, Delta-T). Identify opportunities for energy efficiency and operational improvement. Support energy audits and optimization initiatives.
4. Client & End-User Liaison Act as technical point of contact with end-users and facility managers. Communicate clearly on system issues and maintenance activities. Attend site meetings and respond to operational queries.
5. Documentation & Reporting Maintain preventive maintenance records and service logs. Prepare breakdown and performance reports. Assist in preparing technical recommendations.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or Building Services.
• Minimum 5-8 years of hands-on experience in chiller plant maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of chillers, pumps, cooling towers, and HVAC systems.
• Experience with BMS or chiller control systems preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Hands-on and independent working style.
• Good communication and client-facing ability.
• Willing to respond to emergency callouts.