HVAC Technician - Marine

Job description

To perform all the marine HVAC works in the shipyard as per the direct instruction of electrical Supervisor

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Communication

Internal Communication:

- Foreman/ Assistant Foreman

- Co-workers

Purpose:

- To improve the quality of work and scope of work;

- To coordinate activities related to execution of responsibilities;

External Communication:

N/A

Purpose:

N/A

Occupational Health & Safety and Environment

Accountability:

Are accountable for their acts and omissions.

Responsibility:

To follow agreed safe systems of work; to follow training and instructions; and to report accidents, incidents and near misses.

Authority:

To stop work if they think the work is unsafe.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Roles & Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, including air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment onboard vessels;

• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of marine HVAC equipment and associated electrical and mechanical components;

• Inspect, test and repair HVAC electrical control panels, motors, compressors, fans, pumps, thermostats, sensors and associated control systems;

• Troubleshoot and rectify electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC and refrigeration systems;

• Install, inspect and maintain HVAC electrical wiring, control circuits and associated equipment;

• Check and maintain refrigerant pressure, temperature and cooling performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems;

• Inspect, clean and replace air filters, cooling coils, condensers, fans and other HVAC components as required;

• Carry out refrigerant charging, recovery, leak detection and repair activities in accordance with applicable safety and environmental requirements;

• Test and commission HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation and performance as per technical specifications;

• Read and interpret HVAC electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, technical manuals and equipment specifications;

• Inspect and maintain ventilation systems, including exhaust fans, blowers, ducting and associated electrical controls;

• Identify and report defective HVAC components and recommend necessary repairs or replacements;

• Ensure HVAC installation, maintenance and repair activities are carried out in accordance with applicable marine standards, manufacturer recommendations and shipyard safety and quality procedures.

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Professional Qualification:

High School or Secondary School, ITI certificate or similar in electrical or HVAC trade.

Professional Experience:

- 2-3 years' experience in a similar trade;

- Shipyard experience will be preferred.

Geographic Experience:

N/A

Computer Skills:

Basic knowledge will be an added advantage

Language Skills:

Basic English

Market/Industry/Functional Knowledge:

N/A

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair HVAC systems, including air conditioning, refrigeration and ventilation equipment onboard vessels;
• Carry out preventive and corrective maintenance of marine HVAC equipment and associated electrical and mechanical components;
• Inspect, test and repair HVAC electrical control panels, motors, compressors, fans, pumps, thermostats, sensors and associated control systems;
• Troubleshoot and rectify electrical and mechanical faults in HVAC and refrigeration systems;
• Install, inspect and maintain HVAC electrical wiring, control circuits and associated equipment;
• Check and maintain refrigerant pressure, temperature and cooling performance of air conditioning and refrigeration systems;
• Inspect, clean and replace air filters, cooling coils, condensers, fans and other HVAC components as required;
• Carry out refrigerant charging, recovery, leak detection and repair activities in accordance with applicable safety and environmental requirements;
• Test and commission HVAC equipment to ensure proper operation and performance as per technical specifications;
• Read and interpret HVAC electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, technical manuals and equipment specifications;
• Inspect and maintain ventilation systems, including exhaust fans, blowers, ducting and associated electrical controls;
• Identify and report defective HVAC components and recommend necessary repairs or replacements;
• Ensure HVAC installation, maintenance and repair activities are carried out in accordance with applicable marine standards, manufacturer recommendations and shipyard safety and quality procedures.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School or Secondary School, ITI certificate or similar in electrical or HVAC trade.
• 2-3 years' experience in a similar trade;
• Shipyard experience will be preferred.
• Basic knowledge will be an added advantage
• Basic English