(1907) Senior Artisan: HVAC x2 - CSD

The main purpose of this position is to oversee and manage the heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) maintenance, planning, inspection and functioning of facilities at the South African Reserve Bank (SARB) Head Office.

Detailed description

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following key performance areas:

    •    Manage and monitor operational, preventative and corrective maintenance programmes.
•    Maintain equipment and replacement programmes, including the documenting and inventory of all related systems.
•    Manage the work of all HVAC contractors and service providers to ensure compliance with contractual agreements and budgetary restrictions. 
•    Assist in vendor selection and soliciting bids for HVAC services. 
•    Ensure that the design and maintenance of HVAC systems meet legislative as well as health and safety requirements. 
•    Supervise the installation of HVAC systems, and specify maintenance and operating procedures.
•    Negotiate and develop project contracts with external service providers. 
•    Respond to emergency situations and provide assistance as directed. 
•    Commission, organise and assess the work of contractors. 
•    Manage and forecast expenditure, using full life-cycle costing techniques and ensure that work is completed within budget.  
•    Perform other duties as assigned by the manager of operations.
•    Manage the performance and development of staff in the HVAC subsection.
 

Job requirements

To be considered for this position, candidates must be in possession of:

• a National Trade Test in Refrigeration or Mechanical;

• NQF5 or N4 in Refrigeration qualification or equivalent technical qualification; and

• three to five years’ experience in a technical trade environment

Working experience in:

• the service maintenance of air-conditioning units, including fitment and layout;

• conversant in the dynamics of a high-rise and/or high-tech commercial office and building environment;

• maintaining electrical equipment and systems;

In line with the SARB’s commitment to diversifying its workforce, preference will be given to suitable candidates from designated groups. People with disabilities are welcome to apply.

The SARB offers remuneration and benefits commensurate with the level of the position and in line with the market. The level at which the successful applicant will be appointed will depend on his/her competence and experience.