HVAC Technician at Fairmont Hotels & Resorts

Job Description

GENERAL KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Has a thorough knowledge of the hotel and all services provided to the guest
• Maintains the high standard of service, appearance and social skills set according to the company policy
• Works in harmony with all departments and employees, is willing to assist others if and when required,
• Is familiar with all policies and procedures, house rules, fire, security and emergency procedures as well as all checklists pertaining to the position
• Performs any reasonable duty as instructed by the Maintenance department
• Perform daily checks on rooms, lighting and signage throughout the property
• Maintain cleanliness and upkeep of back of house areas
• Uphold health and safety regulations and assist with managing emergency procedures in the event of e.g.: blocked drains, burst water pipes, fire, electrical failures
• Be available for emergency call outs. Fault finding and resolving
• Ensuring that all hotel equipment is in good working condition in order to prevent break downs and glitches
• Must have extensive knowledge of chilled water systems, cassette units, split units freezer/cold rooms and ice machines
• Must be able to understand Star/ delta connections, delay timers and contactors
• Will be required to manage outsourced contractors to ensure maximum productivity
• Highly competent in electrical and good trouble shooting skills
• Knowledge of AHU safeties, flow switches and overheating (OHS) stats
• Must be able to work on variable speed drives and diagnose faults
• Mechanical, electrical and electronic diagnosing of equipment and control systems.
• OCCUPATIONAL RISK EXPOSURE (OHAS ACT 85 OF 1993), i.e. Risk Factor
• Physical risk factors, Ergonomic Risk factors, Chemical Risk Factors, Biological Risk Factors, Psycho-Social Risk Factors

Qualifications

SKILLS, EDUCATION, and QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Matric/Grade 12 is a prerequisite
• Minimum three (3) years relevant work experience within South Africa and Relevant Engineering NC(V) NQF level 3/ NQF level 4
• Experience in the hospitality/tourism (5 star) industry will be preferred
• At least 3 years in a similar position
• 3-5 years servicing and repairing HVAC equipment inclusive of central plant HVAC
• 3-5 years’ experience supervising staff
• Ability to work independently
• Experience working according to SLA’s and contractual Terms of Service

Advanced Technical Skills

Proven abilities in:

• Written and verbal communication with people on all levels
• Developing and nurturing interpersonal relationships (with guests, colleagues, suppliers and the like)
• Above average problem-solving skills
• Above average ability to communicate at all levels of the organisation
• Well-developed management skills
• Servant-Leadership competence
• Demonstrated experience using:
• Fidelio Opera Property Management System
• Microsoft Office Suite to at least Intermediate level
• Stock Control Systems