Engineering

Stc - Hvac Technician Saa Technical (12 Months)

South African Airways (SAA)·Gauteng, south-africa·Full Time·Contract
EngineeringFull TimeContract
-Closes Oct 27, 2026

Job Purpose

  • The HVAC Technician is responsible for the inspection, maintenance, repair, installation, and optimisation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration, and associated building systems within the Corporate Real Estate Services (CRES) environment.
  • The role ensures the reliable operation of HVAC equipment to maintain occupant comfort, business continuity, energy efficiency, and compliance with applicable safety and environmental standards.

Principal Accountabilities

  • Perform preventative, predictive, and corrective maintenance on HVAC, refrigeration, air conditioning, and ventilation systems
  • Inspect, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair HVAC equipment to ensure optimal operational performance
  • Conduct routine inspections of chillers, package units, split units, air handling units, fan coil units, ventilation systems, and associated equipment
  • Respond to reactive maintenance requests and emergency breakdowns within prescribed service delivery standards
  • Install, commission, test, and maintain HVAC systems and associated components
  • Monitor and record equipment performance readings and identify maintenance requirements
  • Perform fault-finding on mechanical, electrical, and control systems related to HVAC equipment
  • Execute refrigerant recovery, leak testing, charging, and handling activities in accordance with environmental regulations
  • Ensure HVAC systems maintain required temperature, humidity, ventilation, and indoor air quality standards
  • Complete work orders and maintenance records accurately and timeously within maintenance management systems
  • Support infrastructure improvement projects, equipment upgrades, and replacement initiatives
  • Assist in ensuring the availability and reliability of critical building services infrastructure
  • Maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in a safe, clean, and operational condition

Qualifications & Experience

  • Grade 12 (Matric) or equivalent qualification at NQF Level 4
  • Qualified Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Trade Test essential
  • Gas Handling Certificate essential
  • National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, Refrigeration, or related technical field at NQF Level 5 will be an advantage

Knowledge and Skills

  • HVAC systems operation, installation, maintenance, and repair
  • Refrigeration and air conditioning systems
  • Mechanical, electrical, and control system troubleshooting
  • Building Management Systems (BMS)
  • Preventative and corrective maintenance methodologies
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong technical and mechanical aptitude
  • Excellent troubleshooting and analytical skills

Attributes

  • High attention to detail and quality standards
  • Strong commitment to safety and compliance
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team

Deadline:27th October,2026

Key skills

MatricNational Certificate (NCV)National Diploma

At a glance

Company

South African Airways (SAA)

Location

Gauteng, south-africa

Employment

Full Time

Experience

Valid until

October 27, 2026

Created

October 26, 2026