Company: SFI Group (Pty) Ltd
Location: Montague Gardens, Western Cape, South Africa
Employment Type: Permanent
Industry: Facilities Services
Functional Area: Training
Experience Level: Associate
Posted: 02 April 2026
Closing Date: 30 June 2026
Overview
SFI Group is seeking an experienced and passionate HVAC Technical Internal Trainer to lead the development of technical skills across its workforce. This role presents an exciting opportunity for a seasoned HVAC professional who enjoys mentoring, coaching, and developing the next generation of technicians and apprentices.
The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering technical training programmes, assessing competency levels, supporting apprenticeship initiatives, and driving continuous technical improvement across the business. This position is ideal for someone with extensive HVAC industry knowledge who is committed to excellence in training and workforce development.
Purpose of the Role
The HVAC Technical Internal Trainer will be responsible for designing, facilitating, and managing internal technical training programmes while ensuring that technicians, apprentices, and learners develop the skills required to meet operational and industry standards.
The role combines technical expertise, coaching, assessment, and stakeholder engagement to strengthen organisational capability and support long-term talent development initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Technical Training and Facilitation
- Deliver internal HVAC technical training programmes across the business.
- Facilitate practical, hands-on training sessions on servicing, maintenance, diagnostics, and troubleshooting of HVAC systems.
- Ensure training delivery aligns with industry standards and operational requirements.
- Develop engaging learning experiences that enhance technical competency.
Apprenticeship and Learner Development
- Support the implementation and monitoring of apprenticeship and learner development programmes.
- Mentor apprentices and provide ongoing coaching and guidance.
- Assist learners in achieving technical and professional development objectives.
- Monitor learner progress and identify development opportunities.
Assessment and Quality Assurance
- Conduct technical assessments and evaluate competency levels.
- Develop training materials, assessments, and learning resources.
- Maintain training records and competency tracking systems.
- Ensure compliance with relevant training and assessment standards.
Operational Support
- Work closely with Operations teams to identify training needs and skills gaps.
- Follow up on technical delivery, risks, and development requirements.
- Conduct site visits and travel to regional branches for training interventions and assessments.
- Prepare and submit scheduled progress reports on training activities and outcomes.
Digital Learning Development
- Assist with the development and enhancement of online technical training content.
- Support blended learning initiatives and digital training programmes.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of learning methodologies and technical resources.
Minimum Requirements
Experience
- Minimum of 10 years’ experience within the HVAC industry.
- Proven experience delivering technical training or mentoring technicians (essential).
- Practical field experience as an HVAC Technician (advantageous).
- Experience working within technical service and maintenance environments.
Qualifications
- Trade Qualification in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (advantageous).
- Registered Assessor with MerSETA (essential).
- Facilitator or Training Qualification (advantageous).
Required Skills and Competencies
The ideal candidate will possess:
- Extensive knowledge of HVAC systems and technologies.
- Strong technical troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
- Strong facilitation and coaching capabilities.
- Advanced computer literacy skills.
- Experience developing technical learning materials and assessments.
- Knowledge of trade testing and technical assessment frameworks.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Ability to influence, motivate, and develop technical personnel.
- Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.
Why Join SFI Group?
Joining SFI Group offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the development of technical talent within a growing and innovative organisation. Employees benefit from a supportive culture that values accountability, excellence, and continuous improvement.
Employee Benefits
- Medical Aid
- Provident Fund
- 13th Cheque
- Exposure to apprenticeship and skills development programmes
- Collaborative and professional working environment
- Opportunity to shape the future technical capability of the organisation
Application Information
If you have extensive HVAC experience, a passion for training, and the ability to develop high-performing technical teams, this opportunity offers an excellent platform to advance your career while making a lasting impact on workforce development.
