HVAC Technician

Afms Group (Pty) Ltd; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an HVAC Technician, where your expertise in maintaining and repairing HVAC systems is crucial. In this dynamic role, you'll conduct preventative maintenance, troubleshoot issues, and work closely with clients to ensure their needs are met. Your skills will contribute to a culture of safety and compliance, while you train junior staff and foster teamwork. This position offers a chance to make a significant impact in a supportive environment that values integrity and commitment. If you are ready to take on new challenges and grow your career, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in HVAC systems.
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, repairs, and installations on HVAC systems.
• Liaise with customers and ensure compliance with safety standards.

Skills

Planning and Organizing

Applying Technical Expertise

Analyzing Skills

Deciding and Initiating Action

Managing Performance

Relating and Networking

Following Instructions and Procedures

Education

Grade 12 qualification

Nationally recognized HVAC qualification (Post Trade Test / N3)

Job description

Job Title: HVAC Technician

Carry out preventative maintenance, repairs, and installation on HVAC systems and refrigeration units.

Key Accountabilities / Principal Responsibilities

1. Perform preventative maintenance, repairs, and installations on HVAC and refrigeration systems.
2. Maintain central plants (chillers, pumps, towers, controls).
3. Maintain DX plants (package units, RACS, splits).
4. Maintain VRV systems and electrical panels.
5. Maintain and troubleshoot building management systems.
6. Liaise with customers daily.
7. Work unplanned hours during emergencies to ensure business continuity.
8. Perform other duties as delegated by management.
9. Carry out repairs on HVAC equipment as per client requests, SLA, and operational rules.
10. Ensure each maintenance job card has an attached task sheet.
11. Ensure all staff on the job have appropriate PPE and follow risk assessments and LOTO procedures.
12. Complete job cards fully and obtain signatures.
13. Report follow-up work and safety concerns.
14. Train and develop junior staff through knowledge transfer.
15. Maintain good housekeeping and tools management.
16. Provide feedback to helpdesk during repair jobs.
17. Demonstrate teamwork and assist colleagues.
18. Adhere to AFMS policies, protocols, and procedures.
19. Ensure compliance with OHSA and health and safety standards, including contractor management systems.

Qualifications and Experience

• Grade 12 qualification.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience.
• Experience with central plants.
• Nationally recognized HVAC qualification (Post Trade Test / N3).
• Good understanding of health & safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

• Planning and Organizing: Systematically plan activities and anticipate potential difficulties.
• Applying Technical Expertise: Demonstrate detailed knowledge; answer technical queries.
• Analyzing Skills: Develop workable solutions considering practical implementation issues.
• Deciding and Initiating Action: Make prompt decisions, even with incomplete information.
• Managing Performance: Set goals, track progress, and provide feedback.
• Relating and Networking: Build relationships across all levels.
• Following Instructions and Procedures: Foster a culture of compliance and leadership by example.

Values / Behavioral Attributes

• Reliability
• Responsibility
• Integrity
• Commitment

Key Result Areas

• Understand reporting roles to the business and clients.
• Work effectively with teams to ensure client compliance.
• Recognize the importance of feedback and communication.

Additional Responsibilities and Skills

Ability to take on additional responsibilities, incorporate new clients into existing processes, and make effective strategic, technical, and operational decisions as needed.

Note: AFMS Group is committed to transformation and employment equity. For more about our culture, visit our website. Relocation costs are not covered. If you do not hear from us within 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.