HVAC Engineer

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: HVAC Engineer

Location: Nigeria

Description

• Provide adequate maintenance and good operation of all HVAC equipment/machinery ensuring adequate environmental conditioning and process cooling within stipulated internal and external standards.

What We Ask

• We are looking for a technically skilled and detail-oriented professional with strong experience in HVAC systems, asset management, and maintenance excellence.

Key Responsibilities
Asset Management & Documentation:

• Ensure all HVAC equipment is properly registered in the asset register and aligned with MMS/CMMS records.
• Ensure newly installed assets are duly registered, coded, and labeled appropriately.
• Maintain a comprehensive inventory of all HVAC assets requiring engineering intervention.
• Ensure all asset devices have corresponding P&IDs through coordination with the drafting team.

Maintenance & Performance Management:

• Implement a robust maintenance system for all HVAC equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of all HVAC asset maintenance activities.
• Develop and track asset performance KPIs and generate periodic reports for management review.
• Establish and manage a monitoring system based on engineering needs and KPIs.

Audit & Compliance:

• Monitor and report exceptions within CMMS systems.
• Set up and manage an audit system (e.g., Blueprint Maintenance Scan) to ensure adherence to procedures.
• Ensure user activities comply with asset management standards and procedures.

Projects & Continuous Improvement:

• Participate in multidisciplinary engineering and improvement projects.
• Stay updated on developments in HVAC technology and recommend improvements.
• Actively contribute to Planned Maintenance Pillar activities.
• Support implementation of maintenance and reliability improvement initiatives.

Stakeholder Management:

• Collaborate with internal teams across engineering, operations, and maintenance.
• Liaise with external service providers, contractors, and technical partners.

Health & Safety:

• Observe, report, and support resolution of safety incidents.
• Ensure all activities comply with FrieslandCampina’s safety standards and policies.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 5 years’ experience in HVAC systems, maintenance engineering, or asset management within FMCG or manufacturing.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in maintenance planning, asset tracking, and performance monitoring.
• Experience working with CMMS/MMS/AMS systems and asset lifecycle management tools.

Technical Expertise:

• Ability to design and implement monitoring systems and audit frameworks.
• Experience managing asset registers, KPIs, and maintenance records.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems, maintenance strategies, and reliability practices.
• Familiarity with Planned Maintenance Pillar and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Good understanding of P&IDs, asset coding, and engineering documentation.

Key Competencies:

• Strong reporting and documentation skills.
• Strong analytical and data interpretation skills.
• Proactive problem-solving mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Attention to detail and structured approach to asset management.
• Effective stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Knowledge of safety practices and incident reporting.

Behavioral Attributes:

• High level of ownership and accountability.
• Continuous learning mindset with interest in emerging HVAC technologies.
• Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• Collaborative and team-oriented.