Refrigeration Technician - OnBoard

The Refrigeration technician is responsible for maintaining and managing all HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) and refrigeration systems on board an ultra-luxury ocean-going yacht. This position ensures that all systems, including air conditioning, ventilation, cooling systems, and hotel equipment, operate at optimal efficiency and maintaining the highest standards of comfort for guests and crew. The role requires collaboration with both technical and hotel management teams to meet the specific needs of the yacht's operational environment.

• Ability to collaborate with the team, including engineers, technicians, and hotel department staff, to ensure smooth operations.

• A strong focus on ensuring that refrigeration and HVAC systems contribute to an exceptional guest experience.

• Ability to maintain equipment and systems efficiently to minimize downtime and repair costs, while ensuring optimal performance.

• Knowledge of industry regulations and standards related to refrigeration, HVAC, and health/safety protocols.

• Ability to assist in the strategic planning of maintenance tasks, and identify potential areas for system improvements.

• Familiarity with yacht-specific systems and operational needs to ensure seamless integration of technical systems into the overall yacht experience.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Facility Management, or equivalent vocational training with a technician degree.

• Knowledge of HVAC systems, refrigeration systems, and other mechanical systems aboard yachts is essential.
• Previous experience working with HVAC and refrigeration systems, preferably aboard luxury yachts or similar high-end vessels.
• Familiarity with the maintenance and repair of air conditioning, refrigeration, and other hotel equipment.
• Knowledge of welding, brazing, plumbing, and basic electrical systems.
• Experience in faultfinding, analyzing, and repairing mechanical systems, with an understanding of pipe and electrical diagrams.

Willingness to work aboard the yacht and travel internationally, often for extended periods of time.

• Support the safe and efficient operation, maintenance, and repair of the yacht’s refrigeration systems, including compressor units, piping systems, and refrigeration units in various areas (provision storage rooms, freezers, refrigerators, ice machines, beverage dispensing systems).
• Monitor and maintain proper storage temperatures in chilled and freezer rooms, ensuring compliance with safety and operational standards.
• Perform regular alarm tests and calibration of chilled room and freezer room thermometers.
• Record and address any refrigerant leakages, taking corrective actions as required.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of ice machines, beverage dispensing refrigeration systems, and other cooling equipment.

• Support the operation and maintenance of HVAC systems, including air conditioning, ventilation, and room air quality in all compartments of the yacht.
• Supervise and monitor HVAC system parameters to ensure smooth and efficient performance.
• Conduct planned maintenance on air conditioning units, air ducts, and supply/exhaust fans, ensuring compliance with operational standards.
• Assist in the maintenance of fire dampers and ensure proper operation of ventilation systems in the engine room and cabins.
• Perform daily machinery ventilation inspections as part of TEC 1102 and report any issues to the First Refrigeration Engineer.