HVAC Technician (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning)

EMERGENCY has been working in Afghanistan since 1999. The first hospital was opened in Anabah, in the Panjshir Valley, in 1999 to provide surgical treatments to war victims. After 2001 and the shift in conflict dynamics, the hospital admission criteria have been re-assessed according to the population’s needs, and is now a general hospital providing surgical, paediatric, obstetrics, and gynaecological care.

To respond to the rising population needs caused by the shift in conflict dynamics, EMERGENCY opened the Surgical Centre for War Victims in Kabul in 2001 followed by the Surgical Centre for War Victims in Lashkar-Gah in 2004. Since the beginning of its activities in Afghanistan EMERGENCY has progressively created a network of First Aid Trauma Posts and Primary Health Clinics, connected to the hospitals.

EMERGENCY’s hospitals are the only free-of-charge specialized health facilities providing high-quality treatments for war-related patients.

The HVAC Technician is responsible for the installation, maintenance, and repair of air-conditioning and ventilation systems, ensuring their proper functioning and compliance with operational standards. The role requires at least three years of experience in a similar position, with proven hands-on expertise in managing and maintaining air-conditioning systems.

Previous experience working within structured or organized environments is considered an asset. Basic knowledge of English, both written and spoken, is preferable, while fluency in Pashto and Dari is essential to effectively communicate in the working environment.

The position requires a high level of flexibility, including availability to work in shifts, as well as during nights, weekends, and public holidays when needed. The role also involves physically demanding tasks, such as lifting and moving heavy loads.

The HVAC Technician is expected to demonstrate strong teamwork and time management skills, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and in coordination with the broader team.

• Minimum 3 years of experience in a similar role.
• English knowledge, written and spoken, is preferrable.
• Previously worked in organized structures is preferrable.
• Previous work experience in managing air-conditioning systems is mandatory.
• Availability to work in shifts (including nights, weekends and public holidays when requested).
• Willingness to perform heavy work, including moving and lifting loads.
• Team working and time management attitudes.
• Knowledge of Pashto and Dari languages is essential.

Safeguarding clause:

Zero tolerance is reserved to any form of abuse, especially sexual exploitation, abuse and harassment (SEA-H). Zero tolerance is reserved to any abuse, violence, maltreatment, neglect, discrimination and violation of rights against any child (i.e. person under the age of 18). Successful candidates will be vetted through screening of criminal background, professional and ethical background. Candidates are informed that Emergency ONG ONLUS can verify information on their professional path and ethical standing far beyond the intended reference contacts provided by the candidate.