Facilities Technician

Ignition Group; KwaZulu-Natal; On-site; ZAR 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Facilities Technician to ensure the smooth operation of their physical facilities. This role involves performing specialized maintenance tasks, including plumbing, electrical repairs, and HVAC system upkeep. You will be responsible for implementing preventative maintenance schedules, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Join a dynamic team where your skills will contribute to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment, making a significant impact on daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in facilities maintenance, including plumbing and electrical systems.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and compliance regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance on heating, lighting, and HVAC systems to ensure efficiency.
• Implement preventative maintenance schedules to reduce downtime.

Skills

Plumbing

Electrical Repairs

HVAC Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance

Budget Management

Education

Technical Certification in Facilities Management

High School Diploma

Tools

HVAC Systems

Electrical Tools

Plumbing Tools

Job description

The Facilities Technician assists with the daily upkeep operations of the company’s physical facility (building or offices). This position supports maintenance activities by performing more specialized and skilled maintenance and repair work, such as plumbing, electrical, or HVAC repairs.

Key roles and responsibilities :

Facilities maintenance :

• Undertake basic maintenance of heating, lighting, refrigeration, air conditioning units, chillers, walk in coolers / freezers, plumbing and security systems to ensure they operate safely and efficiently. This includes electrical faults and leak detection.
• Implement preventative maintenance schedules to ensure that equipment is serviced regularly, avoiding costly breakdowns and downtime.
• Respond to urgent repair needs and equipment failures across various systems within the building.
• Supervise and work alongside general maintenance staff members responsible for building, plumbing, HVAC, general repairs and electrical maintenance.
• Where applicable provide training to staff on new equipment, maintenance techniques, and safety protocols.
• Develop and manage maintenance budgets, ensuring that the costs of repairs and replacements are kept within approved limits.
• Track inventory of spare parts, tools, and supplies, and maintain cost- effective purchasing practices
• Manage relationships with external contractors for specialized services that may be required, such as electrical COC’s, major refrigeration system overhauls or HVAC system replacements.
• Review and approve vendor invoices, ensuring services rendered align with agreed contracts and service level agreements.
• Lead and coordinate major repair, replacement, or upgrade projects related to building systems.
• Ensure that projects are completed on time, within budget, and with minimal disruption to building occupants.

Safety and compliance :

• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations regarding refrigerants (such as HFCs, CFCs) and environmental concerns.
• Ensure that all work follows local safety codes, building regulations, and environmental laws.
• Conduct regular safety audits and ensure that technicians are trained in safe working practices, especially when working with hazardous refrigerants or electrical systems.
• Maintain all necessary records, including maintenance logs, inspection reports, and compliance documentation