HVAC Supervisor

About Perle

Perle powers the most ambitious AI initiatives in the world with human intelligence at scale. We work with the world’s leading model builders and enterprises to deliver expert-in-the-loop data, model evaluation, and trust systems that make AI safe, responsible, efficient and exceptionally high-performing.

Our clients don’t buy software, they buy outcomes: accuracy, reliability, and defensibility.

We’re an early-stage, founder-led company operating in the highest-stakes markets of AI. Every hire defines how we win.

The Opportunity

• Were looking for a highly capable, HVAC supervisor. This role is open to all nationalities (UAE / Gulf experience preferred).
  
  

• Lead installation, supervision, testing, and commissioning of HVAC chiller systems (centrifugal, screw, air-cooled, water-cooled chillers, cooling towers, pumps, piping).
• Ensure all chiller works comply with project specifications, ASHRAE 90.1, AHRI 550/590, DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and Civil Defence standards.
• Perform hydrostatic, pneumatic, pressure, and performance tests on chillers and auxiliaries (condensers, evaporators, heat exchangers).
• Verify chiller components, refrigerant piping (R134a/R410A), insulation, and piping materials (carbon steel, copper) meet project requirements and Dubai Green Building Regulations.
• Coordinate with electrical, plumbing, and BMS teams for seamless integration of chiller systems with power, water, and controls.
• Obtain approvals from DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and Civil Defence for chiller installations and energization.
• Train and supervise technicians & laborers on chiller installation, refrigerant handling, valve fitting, pump alignment, and maintenance procedures.
• Troubleshoot complex issues (chiller surging, low delta-T, refrigerant leaks, pump cavitation) and coordinate solutions with engineers.
• Maintain detailed daily logs of installation progress, test results, material usage, and commissioning data for documentation and audits.
• Enforce safety protocols (LOTO, PPE, refrigerant safety) per UAE Labour Law and Civil Defence requirements.
• Manage snagging, defect rectification, and final handover of chiller systems with zero defects.
• Support full system commissioning (flow balancing, chiller sequencing, capacity testing) and ensure performance meets design criteria.
• Ensure proper storage and handling of chiller components and refrigerants to prevent damage or environmental issues.
• Use BIM tools (Revit, Navisworks) for clash detection and coordination of chiller systems with other MEP works.
• Liaise with project managers, consultants, main contractors, and authorities for inspections, approvals, and technical clarifications.
  
  

• Diploma or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC, or Refrigeration.
• 5–8 years hands-on experience in HVAC chiller systems (installation, testing, commissioning) in UAE MEP projects (high-rise / commercial preferred).
• Strong knowledge of ASHRAE 90.1, AHRI 550/590, ASME B31.5, DEWA, Dubai Municipality, and Civil Defence standards.
• Proficiency in reading P&IDs, technical drawings, and using testing equipment (pressure gauges, flow meters, refrigerant analyzers).
• Experience with refrigerant handling, BMS integration, and Dubai Green Building Regulations.
• Leadership & supervision skills; ability to train and manage site teams.
• Good English communication (Arabic is a plus).
• Valid UAE driving license preferred.