Mechanical Technician

Role overview

Responsibilities

• Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot HVAC and refrigeration systems, including heat pumps, AHUs, FCUs, split and packaged units, and cold rooms.
• Replace and align motors, blower bearings, fan bearings, and related mechanical components.
• Maintain, inspect, and check the performance of heat pumps and heating and cooling systems.
• Service motors and pumps, including dismantling, bearing replacement, lubrication, vibration checks, and reassembly.
• Diagnose mechanical and electrical HVAC faults and perform corrective actions.
• Assist with troubleshooting HVAC control circuits, contactors, relays, overloads, sensors, and thermostats.
• Handle refrigerants, detect leaks, check pressures, and charge systems as required.
• Respond promptly to HVAC complaints in guest rooms and public areas.
• Coordinate with engineering colleagues on shutdowns, refurbishments, and preventive maintenance.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, job logs, and reports, and comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Required qualifications and experience

• At least 2 years of hands-on experience in a luxury hotel engineering department, specifically in HVAC and refrigeration.
• Strong practical knowledge of HVAC systems, refrigeration cycles, and mechanical maintenance procedures.
• Ability to replace motors and bearings, service pumps, and troubleshoot heat pumps, cooling systems, motors, and pumps independently.
• Working knowledge of basic electrical systems related to HVAC equipment.
• Physically fit and capable of handling mechanical tools and equipment.
• Problem-solving, attention to detail, guest-centric service, and ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Preferred qualifications

• A technical diploma or vocational certification in Mechanical, HVAC, or Refrigeration Engineering is preferred.
• BMS monitoring and controls experience, and familiarity with hotel energy-efficient systems and sustainability practices, are preferred.
• Flexible-shift availability, including night duties and emergency call-outs, is preferred.

Schedule

• Flexible shifts, night duties, and emergency call-outs are listed as preferred availability.

Benefits

• The posting mentions learning and development programmes, complimentary and discounted hotel stays, health and wellness programmes, and a competitive salary and benefits package; no salary amount or cadence is stated.