Building Engineer: HVAC, BAS and Energy Optimization

Arch Staffing SA; Cape Town; Presencial; ZAR 300.000 - 600.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Arch Staffing SA is seeking an HVAC technician to operate and monitor building systems in Cape Town. You will perform preventive maintenance on boilers, pumps, and fans, troubleshoot issues, and document work in the CMMS while coordinating with external contractors.

You will optimize energy use, calibrate BAS controllers, and ensure life-safety systems comply with AHJ codes as you support tenant comfort and system reliability.

Responsabilidades

• Operate and monitor HVAC systems including chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, VAV boxes, and building automation systems (BAS)
• Perform preventive maintenance on boilers, heat exchangers, pumps, compressors, and fan systems per equipment manufacturer and ASHRAE standards
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical malfunctions: diagnose root cause, repair or coordinate repairs, and document work in the CMMS
• Maintain, calibrate, and repair building automation system controllers, sensors, and pneumatic or DDC controls
• Monitor and adjust building energy performance: track BTUs, kWh, and demand charges; identify and implement efficiency improvements
• Respond to tenant comfort complaints: investigate zone temperature or air quality issues and adjust systems or dispatch maintenance as needed
• Inspect and test fire suppression, emergency generator, and life safety systems per AHJ requirements and building code
• Maintain boiler water chemistry: test, treat, and document water conditions to prevent scale, corrosion, and Legionella risk in cooling towers
• Coordinate and oversee outside contractors for equipment repairs, inspections, and code compliance work
• Maintain accurate equipment logs, maintenance records, and work order documentation in the building's CMMS platform

Descripción del empleo

Arch Staffing SA is seeking an HVAC technician to operate and monitor building systems in Cape Town. You will perform preventive maintenance on boilers, pumps, and fans, troubleshoot issues, and document work in the CMMS while coordinating with external contractors.

You will optimize energy use, calibrate BAS controllers, and ensure life-safety systems comply with AHJ codes as you support tenant comfort and system reliability.