Utilities Technician

Job Scope

High level purpose of function.

Maintenance Technician (Utilities, Facilities) responsible for the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of critical site infrastructure. The role ensures that utilities (such as water, heating/cooling, compressed air, gases, and electrical distribution) and facility systems (buildings, workshops, access, and general services) are maintained at high standards to support production and workplace safety.

Key responsibilities include (but are not limited to)

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on utilities systems (chillers, boilers, cooling towers, compressed air, nitrogen/oxygen systems, DI-water loops, etc.).

• Carry out maintenance and troubleshooting on facility infrastructure (HVAC, lighting, access systems, pentry, sanitary installations, etc.).

• Conduct regular inspections and monitoring to ensure systems operate within safe and optimal parameters.

• Support incident handling, fault-finding, and emergency repairs to minimize downtime.

• Execute maintenance tasks according to work orders, SOPs, and safety standards (LoTo, risk assessments, permits-to-work).

• Assist in upgrades, modifications, and commissioning of new utilities and facility equipment.

• Collaborate with contractors and suppliers, ensuring quality and compliance in outsourced maintenance work.

• Keep accurate records of performed maintenance, spare parts used, and system performance.

• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance reliability, energy efficiency, and safety.

Requirements

Educational background and previous experience required for the role

Qualifications and Experience

• Technical education in maintenance, utilities, or facility systems (or equivalent work experience).
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, or automation systems related to utilities and buildings.
• Experience with maintenance of HVAC, compressed air, chilled water, or other process utilities is a strong advantage.

Specific skills

• Safety-oriented mindset, familiar with LoTo, permits-to-work, and industrial safety standards.
• Problem-solving skills with ability to work both independently and in a team.
• Basic computer skills (CMMS, MS Office) and ability to document work in English.