AN HVAC Technician

About the Role

InterContinental Hotels Group is seeking a skilled and experienced HVAC Technician to join the Engineering team at the First Vignette Collection in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Carlton Al Moaibed Hotel). This full-time position involves maintaining, repairing, and troubleshooting air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems throughout the hotel. The role focuses on ensuring high standards of safety, efficiency, and guest comfort within a dynamic hospitality environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on HVAC and refrigeration systems.
• Inspect, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair air conditioning and ventilation equipment.
• Maintain and repair split AC units, package units, AHUs, FCUs, exhaust fans, and ventilation systems.
• Check compressors, condensers, evaporators, expansion valves, thermostats, sensors, and other HVAC components.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, and refrigeration faults in HVAC equipment.
• Check refrigerant levels, pressure, temperature, and overall system performance.
• Perform refrigerant charging, recovery, and leak detection when required.
• Clean and maintain filters, coils, drain pans, air vents, and other HVAC components.
• Check and maintain condensate drainage systems to prevent water leakage and damage.
• Respond to guest room and hotel maintenance requests related to air conditioning and temperature control.
• Carry out emergency repairs and attend HVAC breakdowns as required.
• Ensure all HVAC equipment operates safely and efficiently according to manufacturer specifications.
• Conduct regular inspections of guest rooms, public areas, offices, back-of-house areas, and other hotel facilities.
• Record all maintenance activities, faults, repairs, and equipment conditions.
• Follow the preventive maintenance schedule and complete assigned tasks on time.
• Monitor the condition of HVAC equipment and report major faults or replacement requirements to the Engineering Supervisor or Chief Engineer.
• Maintain proper stock levels of HVAC spare parts, tools, and materials and report shortages when required.
• Use HVAC testing and diagnostic equipment correctly and safely.
• Maintain the HVAC workshop, tools, equipment, and work areas in a clean and organized condition.
• Follow all hotel engineering procedures, health & safety requirements, and environmental standards.
• Support the Engineering team with other maintenance activities when required.
• Assist with energy-saving initiatives and ensure HVAC systems operate efficiently.
• Coordinate with other departments to complete maintenance work with minimum disruption to hotel operations.
• Maintain a professional appearance and wear the hotel uniform correctly at all times.
• Perform any additional duties assigned by the Chief Engineer, Engineering Supervisor, or Engineering Management.

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will be a skilled, professional, and experienced HVAC Technician with strong technical abilities. A background in hospitality environments is beneficial for this role.

Work Environment and Culture

InterContinental Hotels Group is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated. The company provides equal employment opportunities and promotes a culture of trust, support, and acceptance, welcoming various backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. Employees are supported through the my Wellbeing framework, which focuses on health, lifestyle, and workplace wellbeing.

Compensation and Benefits

The company offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits designed to support employees. These include a full uniform, room discounts, and access to training programs.

Application Process

Candidates who believe they are a suitable fit for this role are encouraged to apply.