HVAC SUPERVISOR

HVAC SUPERVISOR

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervision & Team Management:
• Lead, supervise, and train a team of HVAC technicians, ensuring efficient work processes and adherence to safety and quality standards.
• Assign tasks to technicians based on their skills and experience, ensuring timely completion of all HVAC-related work.
• Monitor team performance and provide constructive feedback, including regular performance reviews and ongoing training.
• Conduct team meetings and ensure communication of updates, schedules, and priorities.
• Ensure that team members are following proper procedures, protocols, and industry best practices.
• HVAC System Maintenance & Troubleshooting:
• Oversee the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, ensuring that all systems are operating efficiently.
• Diagnose complex HVAC system issues, including refrigerant leaks, electrical problems, and mechanical failures, and lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve these issues.
• Review and approve maintenance schedules and ensure that systems are being serviced according to manufacturer recommendations and industry standards.
• Ensure that routine inspections and preventive maintenance tasks are performed on time and that equipment is kept in optimal working condition.
• HVAC System Installation & Upgrades:
• Supervise the installation of new HVAC systems, including chillers, cooling towers, air handlers, and related equipment, ensuring proper installation and functionality.
• Manage upgrades or retrofits of existing HVAC systems to improve energy efficiency, capacity, and performance.
• Project Management & Coordination:
• Oversee the execution of HVAC projects, ensuring that work is completed on time, within budget, and to specification.
• Coordinate with other departments (e.g., facilities, contractors, engineering) to ensure HVAC systems are integrated into larger facility projects.
• Assist in the planning and budgeting of HVAC maintenance and system upgrades.
• Compliance & Documentation:
• Ensure that all HVAC work complies with local building codes, safety regulations, and environmental standards.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of maintenance, repairs, and inspections.
• Ensure that all documentation is in place for compliance purposes, including equipment logs, inspection reports, and service histories.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA safety regulations and hospital/industry-specific protocols (if applicable).
• Energy Efficiency & Sustainability:
• Monitor HVAC system performance and recommend improvements to increase energy efficiency and reduce operational costs.
• Identify opportunities for system upgrades, retrofits, or modifications that enhance energy savings or environmental sustainability.
• Emergency Response & Crisis Management:
• Lead the team in responding to HVAC system failures, ensuring rapid troubleshooting and resolution, particularly in critical environments like hospitals or industrial facilities.
• Coordinate emergency response efforts to restore HVAC systems, minimizing downtime and ensuring business continuity.

Qualifications:

• Education & Experience:
• High school diploma or equivalent required. Additional certification in HVAC/R (e.g., EPA Certification, NATE Certification) or equivalent is highly desirable.
• 12+ years of hands-on experience in the HVAC field, with specific experience in air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, cooling towers, pumps, and related systems.
• 6-8 years of supervisory experience, with proven ability to lead, train, and manage HVAC teams effectively in an industrial or healthcare environment.
• Previous experience in facility management or working in commercial or hospital settings is highly preferred.
• Certifications & Training:
• EPA Certification (for refrigerants).
• NATE Certification or equivalent HVAC certifications.
• Relevant safety training (e.g., OSHA, First Aid, Confined Space Entry).
• Knowledge of HVAC-related building codes, energy efficiency standards, and environmental compliance regulations.
• Skills & Knowledge:
• Strong working knowledge of HVAC systems (air-cooled and water-cooled chillers, cooling towers, pumps, AHUs, etc.).
• Proven ability to troubleshoot complex HVAC issues, particularly in commercial, industrial, or healthcare settings.
• Solid understanding of energy efficiency practices and ability to recommend and implement energy-saving solutions.
• Ability to use HVAC diagnostic tools and read system schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
• Proficient in using building management systems (BMS) and other computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS).
• Personal Attributes:
• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities, especially under pressure.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and external contractors.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: QAR4,300.00 - QAR4,500.00 per month