ARTISAN HVAC – Bidvest Facilities Management Vacancies 2026 | Centurion, Gauteng

Hiring Now | Artisan HVAC (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) | Bidvest Facilities Management (BFM Operations 1) | Centurion, Gauteng | Permanent Technical Facilities Maintenance Vacancy
Bidvest Facilities Management, a leading provider of integrated facilities management and engineering solutions in South Africa, is seeking a qualified, highly skilled, and experienced Artisan HVAC to join its operational team serving critical infrastructure in Centurion, Gauteng.
This permanent mid-senior technical role requires a Grade 12 Certificate, N3–N6 in Mechanical Engineering, a recognised HVAC Trade Test Certificate, a valid South African Driver’s Licence, and a minimum of 5 years’ post-trade experience in air-conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation systems, water reticulation, and digital control systems.
Submit your application following the posting date on 18 October 2026.

Post Overview

Detail Information
Job Title Artisan HVAC
Company Bidvest Facilities Management
Division / Business Unit BFM Operations 1
Industry Telecommunications / Integrated Facilities Management
Functional Area Technical HVAC, Refrigeration & Mechanical Maintenance
Experience Level Mid-Senior Level (Min.
5 Years Post-Trade Experience) Employment Type Permanent Full-Time Job Location Centurion, Gauteng, South Africa Licence Requirement Valid SA Driver’s Licence (Essential) Posting Date 18 October 2026 Closing Date Open / As specified on portal

About the Employer & Role

Bidvest Facilities Management delivers total facilities management, specialized engineering solutions, and critical infrastructure maintenance to major telecommunications, commercial, and industrial clients nationwide.
As an Artisan HVAC in Centurion, you will be responsible for executing timeous, high-quality planned preventative maintenance (PPM), fault diagnostics, emergency repairs, and installations across air-conditioning units, refrigeration plants, ventilation infrastructure, and water reticulation systems. Your work directly ensures operational uptime, compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, and strict adherence to client Service Level Agreements (SLAs).

Key Performance Areas & Primary Responsibilities

1. HVAC & Water Reticulation Maintenance
  • Execute planned, preventative, and emergency fault rectification on air-conditioning, refrigeration, ventilation, and water reticulation systems in full compliance with equipment specifications, client SLAs, and relevant legislation.
  • Conduct comprehensive site inspections of facilities and HVAC equipment to identify operational risks, structural defects, or energy inefficiencies, providing detailed reports for corrective action.
  • Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain digital control systems and automated climate units across critical facilities.
2. Installation, Commissioning & Quality Control
  • Install, configure, test, and commission new air-conditioning units, refrigeration plant components, and water reticulation pipework according to engineering specifications.
  • Guarantee top-tier workmanship and ensure field service requests and maintenance job plans are completed accurately and timeously.
3. Compliance, Safety & Stakeholder Liaison
  • Enforce total compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act, environmental regulations, and company safety protocols during all site operations.
  • Provide continuous operational feedback and technical restoration updates to the Technical Supervisor, Helpdesk, and Client representatives.
  • Maintain complete job cards, material usage logs, and equipment servicing histories.

Minimum Requirements – Artisan HVAC

Educational Qualifications & Professional Certifications
  • Education: Grade 12 (Matric) Certificate (Essential).
  • N-Diploma / Technical Qualifications: N3 to N6 National Certificate in Mechanical Engineering (Essential).
  • Trade Qualification: Red Seal / Recognised Trade Test Certificate in HVAC (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) (Essential).
  • Driver’s Licence: Valid South African Driver’s Licence (Essential).
Work Experience & Technical Competencies
  • Trade Experience: Minimum of 5 years’ post-trade experience as a qualified HVAC Artisan (Essential).
  • Technical Expertise: Demonstrated hands-on experience in servicing, repairing, and troubleshooting air-conditioning units, commercial refrigeration plants, mechanical ventilation equipment, water reticulation networks, and digital control systems.
  • Safety Legislation: In-depth working knowledge and application of the Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Act.
  • Computer Literacy: Intermediate proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Outlook for generating field reports and managing emails.
Fundamental Competencies & Personal Attributes
  • Proactive, initiative-taking, and highly self-motivated with strong analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Deadline-driven with exceptional planning, scheduling, and objective-setting capabilities.
  • High stress tolerance when handling emergency breakdowns on mission-critical client infrastructure.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with a client-focused, collaborative approach to teamwork.

Frequently Asked Questions – Bidvest Technical Vacancies

Where is this position located?
This post is based in Centurion, Gauteng, servicing telecommunications and commercial facilities.
What trade certificate is required for this role?
A recognised Trade Test Certificate (Red Seal) in HVAC (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) along with an N3–N6 qualification in Mechanical Engineering is strictly required.
Is travel required for this post?
Yes, a valid South African Driver’s Licence is essential as the role involves traveling to client facilities and sub-sites for emergency fault rectifications and scheduled maintenance.

How to Apply for This Bidvest Facilities Management Vacancy

Elevate your technical engineering career with one of South Africa’s premier facilities management organisations! Submit your online application prior to the closing deadline.
  • Job Title: Artisan HVAC (Centurion)
  • Ensure your CV clearly highlights your HVAC Trade Test details, N3–N6 credentials, post-trade maintenance experience, driver’s licence status, and contact details.
Post published: 18 October 2026.

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