Shift Building Operator - Building Engineer (HVAC)

About the role

Fairmont Southampton, Bermuda's largest resort, is hiring a Shift Building Operator - Building Engineer (HVAC) to report to the Director, Engineering & Facility Operations. The role covers the safe and efficient operation, installation, maintenance and repair of the hotel's heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and related mechanical systems, keeping them reliable so guests stay comfortable.

Key responsibilities

• Daily inspections and walkthroughs of HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical systems, and monitoring of temperature, humidity and air quality
• Operation, maintenance, troubleshooting and repair of air handling units, fan coil units, mini splits, chilled water systems, pumps and ventilation equipment
• Preventative maintenance, diagnosis of failures and completion of routine, urgent and emergency repairs
• Use of O&M manuals, schematics and technical drawings, and tracking of equipment performance, maintenance and utility data
• Ordering and maintaining HVAC parts, refrigerants, filters and tools; using the Work Order system to schedule and report maintenance
• Operating the Building Automation System (BAS) to optimise performance and recommend energy efficiency improvements
• Coordinating with contractors and vendors, and helping maintain asset records and preventative maintenance schedules
• Ensuring compliance with HVAC, refrigeration, environmental, safety and building code requirements, including refrigerant handling, lockout/tagout, fall protection, confined space entry and toolbox talks
• Responding promptly to guestroom and facility HVAC concerns and supporting guest-facing and back-of-house areas

Required profile

• Minimum 2 years of experience in HVAC operations, maintenance or building engineering, preferably in a hotel, resort, healthcare, commercial or institutional setting
• Proven experience maintaining and repairing commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems
• High school diploma or equivalent; valid HVAC certification or trade qualification
• Refrigerant Handlers Permit (Bermuda)
• Availability for rotating shifts, weekends, public holidays, overtime and after-hours emergency calls
• Physical ability to lift equipment, climb ladders and work in mechanical rooms, rooftops and confined spaces

Required skills

• Building Automation Systems (BAS) and computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS)
• Reading blueprints, schematics, control drawings and technical manuals
• Knowledge of refrigerants, controls, motors, pumps and safety procedures (WHMIS, CPR/First Aid)
• Organizational, communication and troubleshooting skills; ability to mentor junior team members

What we offer

• Complimentary upgrades, extended stays and discounted stays across Fairmont and Raffles properties, plus dining and wellness discounts
• Growth opportunities, mentorship and international mobility
• Health insurance, retirement savings plans and wellness programs
• Worldwide travel discounts and preferred rates across the Accor portfolio