Senior Hvac Technician

**Key Accountabilities/ Principal Responsibilities**

**Primary Duties**
Maintain central plants (chillers, pumps, towers & controls)
Maintain DX plants (package units, RACS, splits)
Maintain VRV systems and electrical panels
Maintain and troubleshoot building management system
Supervise junior staff
Liaise with customers on a daily basis
Perform standby duties as per roaster
Work unplanned hours in case of an emergency to ensure business continuity
Perform any other duties as delegated by Management
Carry out repairs on HVAC equipment as per client requests and in accordance with SLA and operational rules
Dispose of hazardous waste in line with the OSHACT

**Secondary Duties**
Ensure each planned maintenance job card has task sheet attached
Ensure that all staff working on the job have appropriate PPE
Ensure that risk assessment and LOTO procedure have been followed
Ensure all tasks relevant to the planned maintenance are carried out satisfactorily, in accordance to legal requirements and OEM
Complete job card in full and obtain completion signatures.
Submit completed job card for closing
Report any follow-up work and any safety related matters noticed.
Complete plant log book

**General**
Train, develop and uplift junior staff through knowledge and skill transfer
Ensure that all tools used are well maintained, and the correct tools are used for the relevant trade
Maintain good house-keeping in areas of responsibility
Give feedback to helpdesk at each critical phase of the repair job
Demonstrate teamwork and readiness to assist fellow employees.
Adhere to AFMS Policies, Protocols and Procedures
Ensure compliance to Occupational Health and Safety Act

**It should be noted that, for operational reasons, it may be necessary to perform tasks other than those described herein from time to time.**

**Prescribed procedures may be amended by management as and when required**

**Key Skills and Experience**
Grade 12
Minimum of 5-7 years of experience as an HVAC technician, with extensive experience in managing complex systems in residential, commercial, and industrial environments.
Experience on Central Plant
Nationally recognised HVAC Qualification (Post Trade Test / N3)
Industrial refrigeration Trade Test
Valid driver’s licence (Code 8)
Knowledge and good understanding of applicable Health & Safety regulations and procedures
Willing and flexible to work extended hours and/or outside of normal working hours where required

**Licenses/Certifications**
SAQCC Gas License for handling refrigerants.
Trade Test Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Red Seal non-negotiable)
Valid driver's license with a clean driving record

**Skills**
In-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and controls
Proficient in diagnosing and repairing HVAC systems and components
Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematics
Proficiency with HVAC tools, equipment, and software
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Leadership experience with the ability to manage and train teams effectively

**People and Management Skill**
Good people relationship skills
Leadership skills
Good interpersonal skills
Customer focused
Good and proven leadership skills
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to handle and control difficult situations
Able to act quickly and calmly in an emergency situation
Self-motivated
Willingness to walk the extra mile

**Physical Requirements**:
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 kilograms
Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights
Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including extreme heat or cold

**Physical Requirements**:
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 kilograms
Ability to work in confined spaces and at heights
Ability to work in various environmental conditions, including extreme heat or cold

**Additional Responsibilities and Skills**
The employee acknowledges that all duties performed will reflect on the client and will thus act in a professional manner at all times, as FMS is a service provider, all necessary steps need to be taken to ensure that the service has been delivered according to client requirements, and to prescribed service levels