HVAC Technician at Council for Geoscience (CGS)

Overall, Job Purpose       :

• Install, maintain, and repair air handling and ventilation systems across laboratory and office environments. The Technician will be responsible for a wide range of equipment, including HVAC units, split-type air conditioners, dust and fume extraction systems with scrubbers, fresh and clean air systems, and ventilation cabinets and hoods. 

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain, troubleshot and repair:
• HVAC system
• Split type air-conditioning systems
• Laboratory dust extraction systems
• Laboratory fumes extraction systems
• Fresh and clean air systems for laboratory and controlled environments
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance of all ventilation and air-conditioning systems.
• Ensure that all ventilation and filtration systems filters are inspected, cleaned and changed and the systems operate effectively to meet minimum air quality requirements in laboratories and office spaces.
• Maintain ventilation and air-conditioning to meet clean room and lab environmental requirements.
• Maintain fume and dust extraction systems to meet safety and lab environmental conditions such as temperature and humidity.
• Provide technical support for the set up and maintenance of laboratory equipment or any specialised systems.
• Maintain checklists, service logs and completed work orders.
• Comply with OHSA and Regulations and Pressure Equipment Regulations.
• Participate in Inspection and audits related to compliance.
• Assist in validating airflows, filter performance and balancing of air where it is required.
• Maintain accurate documentation of all maintenance activities and service records.
• Follow electrical codes, safety protocols, work instructions and standard operating procedures.
• Participate in safety audits and inspection.
• Close all raised nonconformities and contribute towards continuous improvement processes and initiatives.
• Undertake all work orders assigned to you and assistants.
• Mobilise assistance technicians to undertake and close work orders.

KEY PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Attention to detail and cleanliness.
• Safety focused, especially in a laboratory environment.
• Good communication skills.
• Good coordination skills.
• Ability to follow compliance requirements, Work Instructions and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP).

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Grade 12; and
• Diploma/certification in HVAC, Refrigeration or Mechanical Engineering.
• Registration with SAQCC Gas will be advantageous.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE

• Minimum of 3 years working experience with HVAC systems.
• Experience working with HVAC systems in a laboratory environment will be advantageous.
• Understanding of airflow designs, duct work and filtration principles.
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams and schematics.
• Familiar with Building Management System (BMS).

Deadline:28th January,2026