Functional Area Components1. Preventative Maintenance, Repairs and installation Maintain central plants (chillers, pumps, towers & controls)Maintain DX plants (package units, RACS, splits)Maintain VRV systems and electrical panelsMaintain and troubleshoot building management systemSupervise junior staffLiaise with customers on a daily basisWork unplanned hours in case of an emergency to ensure business continuityPerform any other duties as delegated by ManagementCarry out repairs on HVAC equipment as per client requests and in accordance with SLA and operational rulesEnsure each planned maintenance job card has task sheet attachedEnsure that all staff working on the job have appropriate PPEEnsure that risk assessment and LOTO procedure have been followedEnsure 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 signaturesReport any follow-up work and any safety related matters noticed.Complete plant logbook2. HVAC Duties Train, develop and uplift junior staff through knowledge and skill transferEnsure that all tools used are well maintained, and the correct tools are used for the relevant tradeMaintain good house-keeping in areas of responsibilityGive feedback to helpdesk at each critical phase of the repair jobDemonstrate teamwork and readiness to assist fellow employees.Adhere to AFMS Policies, Protocols and Procedures3. OHSA Compliance Ensure compliance to all Health and Safety StandardsImplement Contractor Health and Safety Management system with staff and sub-contractorsQualification Requirements and work-related experienceGrade 12Minimum 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 PlantNationally recognized HVAC Qualification (Post Trade Test / N3)Industrial refrigeration Trade TestSAQCC 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 recordMinimum Knowledge RequirementsKnowledge and good understanding of applicable Health & Safety regulations and proceduresHVAC Maintenance and proceduresHVAC Equipment and machineryOHSA codes and Health and Safety ProceduresSkillsPlanning and Organizing Systematically plans activities and projects for own team or department and anticipates potential difficultiesApplying Technical Expertise Demonstrates detailed knowledge and expertise in own area; Can answer technical queries from others; Shows some knowledge of related issues and subject areasAnalysing SkillsProduces a number of workable solutions that meet the demands of the situation; Considers the practical issues relating to implementing the preferred solutionDeciding and Initiating Action Identifies urgent decisions which may involve difficult choices and risks for team or department; Acts upon them promptly, on the basis of incomplete information when necessaryManaging Performance: The ability to take responsibility for one's own or one's employees' performance, by setting clear goals and expectations, tracking progress against the goals, ensuring feedbackRelating and Networking Relates well to people at all levels, including staff, external contacts and partners, and facilitates others in doing the sameFollowing Instructions and Procedures Creates and fosters an organizational culture of appropriately following instructions and not unnecessarily challenging authority, leading by exampleAdditional Responsibilities and SkillsHave the ability to take on additional responsibilities. Incorporate the current and additional clients into existing processes and make effective decisions at strategic, technical and operational levels as and when that may be requiredIn-depth knowledge of HVAC systems, components, and controlsProficient in diagnosing and repairing HVAC systems and componentsAbility to read and interpret technical diagrams, blueprints, and schematicsProficiency with HVAC tools, equipment, and softwareStrong communication and interpersonal skillsKey result areasUnderstand role of reporting to the business and clientUnderstand interworking with various teams to ensure client financial compliancesUnderstanding that feedback and communication is critical to successAs a proudly South African brand, AFMS Group (Pty) Ltd will consider our commitment to transformation and employment equity goals for this position