Chiller Operation & Maintenance Manager

Client of Five Continents Technical and Industrial Services

JOB PURPOSE:

The Chiller Operation & Maintenance Manager is responsible for the efficient and reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of all chiller equipment. This role requires extensive technical expertise in HVAC and refrigeration systems (especially Large Tonnage), with a primary focus on chiller systems, to ensure operation and maintenance with optimal performance and safety compliance. The position also plays a strategic role in supporting our company's growth and development in refrigeration solutions across the Middle East, particularly in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Oman.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Oversee daily operations and preventive maintenance of chiller systems, cooling plants, and associated HVAC systems ensuring high availability and peak performance.
• Develop, update, and implement preventive and predictive maintenance schedules and programs to minimize downtime and prolong equipment life and energy efficiency.
• Monitor performance KPI s (energy consumption, system reliability, Uptime, and downtime), and carry out technical troubleshooting to resolve complex issues with an active focus on optimizing energy efficiency.
• Prepare and manage annual and project-specific O&M budgets, ensuring cost-effective operations while meeting set targets.
• Lead, train, Coach and motivate a multidisciplinary technical team including engineers, technicians, and contractors responsible for on-ground operations. Also, ensuring skills development through training programs.
• Support and contribute to the development of refrigeration solutions and projects across the Middle East, especially in Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and Oman, facilitating our regional expansion and technical leadership
• Control operational costs, implement efficiency initiatives, and negotiate contracts with contractors, subcontractors and suppliers, ensuring competitive pricing and high-quality service
• Use of existing tools such as the ERP Project management module allowing financial monitoring of all projects and AMC under its responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with UAE local and national electrical, safety, and environmental regulations related to public lighting installations.
• Maintain accurate records for all O&M activities, system performance, incidents, and inventory using CMMS or other maintenance software
• Act as the main point of contact for municipal authorities, project partners, and the client for all O&M matters regarding the DCP
• Manage upgrade and refurbishment projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to budget, timeline, and quality standards.
• Enforce strict safety protocols to protect employees and the public; actively foster a safety-first culture.
• Develop and regularly test emergency response procedures for incidents such as outages, electrical faults, or environmental hazards.
• Promote sustainability through best practices in waste handling, recycling of fixtures, and responsible disposal of refrigerant fluids, mechanical parts, electric and electronic waste.