HVAC Technician

Recruiter:

AFMS Group (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

AFM000157/MT

Date posted:

Thursday, March 12, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Position Summary
Carry out Preventative Maintenance, Repairs and installation of HVAC system and Refrigeration.

POSITION INFO:
Key Accountabilities/ Principle 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 clients daily
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.
Conduct heat load assessment to determine size of AC unit required for a room/office
Installation of HVAC units as per regulations and to uphold guarantees from suppliers

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 with 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 logbook

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 housekeeping 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 5 years relevant experience
Experience on Central Plant
Nationally recognized HVAC Qualification (Post Trade Test / N3)
Industrial refrigeration Trade Test
Valid driver’s licence (Code 8)
Valid Gas license to issue COC
Safe Handling Certificate
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

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
Self-motivated
Willingness to walk the extra mile

Key result areas

Understand role of reporting to the business and client
Understand interworking with various teams to ensure client financial compliances
Understanding that feedback and communication is critical to success

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.

Interested? Submit your CV now.

All vacancies advertised by AFMS Group are in full adherence to South African labour legislation, including the Employment Equity Act, Labour Relations Act, and Basic Conditions of Employment Act.

We strive to create an inclusive workplace that values diversity and welcomes applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Our recruitment process is fair and equitable, focusing on the qualifications, skills, and experience that are relevant to each role. We ensure that all candidates are treated equally, and no discrimination will be tolerated.

By submitting your application, you consent to the processing of your personal information in accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act 2014 (POPIA) for recruitment and hiring purposes.

For information on AFMS Group, including more information on our company culture, visit our website at />
Please note, relocation costs will not apply.

If you do not hear from us in 14 days, consider your application unsuccessful.

Applications to be addressed to Matthew Toontjies: -solutions.co.za

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