Location: Melkbosstrand, Western Cape
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 18 March 2026
Division: BFM Operations 2
Industry: Facilities Services
Functional Area: Operations
About the Company
Bidvest Facilities Management (BFM) is a leading provider of integrated facilities management and technical engineering services in South Africa. The company delivers comprehensive building maintenance, infrastructure management, and engineering solutions across commercial, industrial, and public sector environments.
With a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, compliance, and innovation, BFM offers long-term career growth opportunities within a structured and performance-driven environment.
Position Overview: Mechanical and HVAC Engineer
BFM is seeking a skilled Mechanical and HVAC Engineer to design, install, maintain, and repair heating, ventilation, and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems.
The role involves delivering high-quality planned, preventative, and emergency maintenance on air-conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and water reticulation systems. The successful candidate will ensure alignment with the organization’s maintenance strategy while maintaining exceptional client service standards.
This opportunity is ideal for an experienced HVAC professional with strong technical expertise in digital control systems and facilities maintenance operations.
Key Responsibilities
The Mechanical and HVAC Engineer will be responsible for:
- Designing HVAC systems for optimal performance, efficiency, and compliance
- Managing HVAC projects from initiation to completion, including budgeting and scheduling
- Conducting routine inspections and preventative maintenance
- Troubleshooting and repairing HVAC system faults
- Maintaining air-conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and water reticulation systems
- Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and relevant legislation
- Collaborating with engineers, technicians, and artisans to ensure smooth system operations
- Providing technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and technicians
- Maintaining accurate documentation and system reports using SAP and MS Office
Minimum Requirements
Applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Matric (Senior Certificate)
- N6 in Mechanical Engineering
- Trade Test in HVAC (Air-conditioning & Refrigeration)
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as an artisan
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience in HVAC maintenance and digital control systems
- Minimum 5 years’ trade experience
- Experience maintaining air-conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and water reticulation systems
- Strong technical understanding of HVAC systems and components
- Valid South African Driver’s License
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook
- SAP knowledge
- Working knowledge of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act
Core Competencies
The ideal candidate should demonstrate:
- Strong initiative and proactive work ethic
- Deadline-driven and highly motivated performance
- Stress tolerance in high-demand maintenance environments
- Strong written communication skills
- Customer-focused service delivery
- Innovative thinking and technical problem-solving ability
- Effective planning, scheduling, and objective-setting skills
- Strong teamwork and collaboration
- Relationship-building capabilities
- Advanced analytical and interactive reasoning skills
Why Join Bidvest Facilities Management?
- Permanent employment within a reputable facilities management company
- Exposure to advanced HVAC and mechanical systems
- Opportunity to manage engineering projects end-to-end
- Work in a compliance-driven and safety-focused environment
- Career progression opportunities within a national facilities services group
How to Apply
Interested candidates should apply through the official Bidvest Facilities Management recruitment platform before 18 March 2026.
Your application should include:
- Updated CV
- Certified copies of qualifications
- Trade certification
- Copy of valid driver’s license
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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