Job description

Job DescriptionOverview

We are seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to install, operate, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for residential, commercial, or industrial facilities. The role ensures HVAC systems operate efficiently, safely, and in compliance with project specifications and applicable standards.

• Install, test, commission, maintain, and repair HVAC systems including:
  • Chillers, AHUs, FCUs, DX units, VRF/VRV systems
  • Split & packaged units, exhaust/fresh air systems
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance as per schedules.
• Diagnose system faults and troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control issues.
• Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Ensure refrigerant charging, pressure testing, vacuuming, and leak detection are conducted properly.
• Monitor system performance and recommend improvements for efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with HSE standards, local codes, and project quality requirements.
• Maintain service reports, maintenance logs, and records.
• Coordinate with supervisors, engineers, and other trades as required.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns when required.

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma/ITI in HVAC, Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, or equivalent.
• Minimum 3–7 years of hands-on HVAC experience (project/facilities-based).
• Strong knowledge of HVAC mechanical, electrical, and control systems.
• Experience in GCC/UAE projects preferred.
• Familiar with international standards (ASHRAE, SMACNA, CIBSE – preferred).

Skills & Competencies

• HVAC installation, testing & commissioning.
• Preventive & breakdown maintenance.
• Fault diagnosis & troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of refrigerants and handling procedures.
• Ability to work from drawings and method statements.
• Basic electrical & control panel knowledge.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.

Explore the rewards and benefits that help you thrive – at every stage of your life and your career.

This includes:

• Tax-free salary.
• Life insurance coverage.
• Medical insurance.
• Annual leave balance.
• Company gratuity scheme.
• Discretionary bonus program.
• Annual flight contribution.
• Transportation & housing allowances.
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, personal health, fitness, and nutrition.

Seize every opportunity to sharpen your skills, expand your expertise, and be recognized for the impact you make.

We're AtkinsRéalis, a world-class engineering services and nuclear organization. We connect people, data and technology to transform the world's infrastructure and energy systems. Together, with our industry partners and clients, and our global team of consultants, designers, engineers and project managers, we can change the world. We're committed to leading our clients across our various end markets to engineer a better future for our planet and its people.

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At AtkinsRéalis, we seek to hire individuals with diverse characteristics, backgrounds and perspectives. We strongly believe that world-class talent makes no distinctions based on gender, ethnic or national origin, sexual identity and orientation, age, religion or disability, but enriches itself through these differences.  

Preferred candidate

Years of experience

No experience required

Degree

Bachelor's degree / higher diploma