HVAC Technician

Recruiter:

AFMS Group (Pty) Ltd

Job Ref:

AFM000166/MT

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 27, 2026

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Position Summary
The HVAC & Refrigeration Technician is responsible for carrying out preventative maintenance, repairs, and installation of HVAC and refrigeration systems across client sites. This role ensures optimal equipment performance, regulatory compliance, and client satisfaction through technically sound workmanship and proactive communication.

POSITION INFO:
Key Accountabilities / Principal Responsibilities:

Primary Duties

Maintain central plants (chillers, pumps, towers and 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 roster
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 observed
Complete plant logbook

General

Train, develop and uplift junior staff through knowledge and skill transfer
Ensure all tools are properly maintained and appropriate for the task at hand
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.

Qualification Requirements and work-related experience

Grade 12
Minimum 5 years relevant experience
Experience on Central Plant
Nationally recognised 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
DAIKIN Certification
Knowledge and good understanding of applicable Health and 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 interpersonal skills
Good and proven leadership skills
Customer focused
Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Able to manage and control difficult situations
Able to act quickly and calmly in an emergency
Self-motivated
Willingness to walk the extra mile

Values / Behavioural

Open Communication
Teamwork
Accountability
Respect
Caring

Key Result Areas:

Understand role of reporting to the business and clients alike
Understand 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 AFMS Group operates as 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.

Please note, relocation costs will not apply.

If you have not received a response within 30 days of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful. However, your information may be retained for future opportunities unless you request otherwise.

For information on AFMS Group, including more information on our company culture, visit our website at
Applications to be addressed to Matthew Toontjies: -solutions.co.za

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