Senior O&M Technician – Energy Systems (HVAC & Solar PV)

Site: BOOT Projects (Multiple sites in UAE)

Location: Dubai

Employment Status: Full time

Job Purpose:

Lead hands-on O&M activities across HVAC, BMS, and solar PV systems at BOOT project sites. The role includes advanced troubleshooting, supervision of junior technicians, coordination with control centers, and ensuring asset reliability, safety, and performance targets are achieved.

Key Responsibilities:

O&M

• Respond promptly to client service requests via phone, email, and CAFM.
• Operate and monitor BMS to ensure reliable performance of HVAC, boilers, fire systems, access control, and integrated equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting and repairs on control systems, DDCs, sensors, actuators, VFDs, and communication buses (BACnet, Modbus).
• Conduct routine inspections, database backups, and controller program checks.
• Execute preventive and corrective maintenance, including part replacement and equipment operation in bypass mode when needed.
• Coordinate on-site teams, subcontractors, and interventions to maintain optimal system efficiency.

Solar PV Systems

• Perform inspections, cleaning, and testing (IV curve, insulation resistance, thermography) of PV assets.
• Diagnose inverter and string faults, support grid synchronization, and ensure performance targets are met.
• Monitor SCADA systems, analyze plant data, and escalate complex issues to engineering teams.

Supervision & Planning

• Lead daily site activities, allocate tasks, and supervise junior technicians and subcontractors.
• Develop and execute annual preventive maintenance plans for HVAC and PV systems.
• Prepare weekly performance reports, including availability, downtime, and maintenance KPIs.

QHSE & Compliance

• Follow all health, safety, and environmental standards and report incidents promptly.
• Ensure all activities comply with LV/MV electrical safety protocols and regulatory requirements.

Measurement & Verification (M&V)

• Extract and document energy, occupancy, and operational data affecting M&V.
• Maintain accurate records of tools, PPE, consumables, and spare parts inventory.

Procurement & Coordination

• Support procurement activities, track deliveries and warranties, and coordinate with subcontractors on contractual obligations.

Emergency Response

Lead troubleshooting during outages or major incidents and coordinate rapid restoration.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Diploma or Technical Certificate in Electrical, Renewable Energy, or Electromechanical Engineering (preferred)
• Minimum 5 years in O&M, including solar PV experience.
• LV/MV safety training or certification is an advantage.

Key Skills:

• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems (chillers, boilers, VFDs, AHUs) and BMS platforms.
• Proficient computer skills with ability to operate spreadsheets and word processing tools.
• Highly organized, rigorous, and effective in communication.
• Knowledge of administration and record keeping processes.
• Strong understanding of solar PV system components (modules, inverters, combiner boxes, protection devices).
• Ability to read and interpret single-line diagrams (SLDs) and electrical schematics.
• Experience using SCADA systems and performance monitoring platforms.
• Proven leadership and team coordination capabilities.
• Competence in root cause analysis and complex fault diagnosis.

Other Requirements;

• Good at computing, English skills both oral and written,
• Hindi/Urdu – Oral Communication
• Arabic is a plus
• Valid UAE D/L – Mandate