Refrigeration Technician

Recruiter:

The Legends Agency

Job Ref:

63W6688R

Date posted:

Thursday, September 18, 2025

Location:

Cape Town, South Africa

Salary:

Market-Related

SUMMARY:
As a Refrigeration Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimising an ammonia refrigeration plant, ensuring reliability and efficiency across operations.

POSITION INFO:

Refrigeration Technician
Keep operations cool and efficient with your expertise in ammonia refrigeration systems
Grabouw | R40,000 per month | 07:30 - 16:30 + overtime as required

About Our Client
Our client is a leader in the agricultural and food production sector, operating large-scale packhouse and logistics facilities that rely on advanced refrigeration systems. They are committed to delivering quality produce to markets while maintaining the highest safety and operational standards. Joining their team means contributing to a business where technical excellence directly supports efficiency and product integrity.

The Role: Refrigeration Technician
As a Refrigeration Technician, you will be responsible for maintaining and optimising an ammonia refrigeration plant, ensuring reliability and efficiency across operations. You will respond to operational requests from logistics, troubleshoot issues, and uphold safety protocols. The role requires independence during shifts and the ability to step up in the absence of the Senior Refrigeration Technician.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain and optimise ammonia refrigeration systems to ensure continuous operation
Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration plant components with minimal downtime
Respond to operational requests from logistics and other departments
Uphold strict safety protocols, procedures, and compliance standards
Work independently during shifts and provide cover during absences in the refrigeration team
Perform inspections, record-keeping, and reporting on plant performance
Support operational continuity through overtime and standby responsibilities

About You

Minimum 5 years of experience in refrigeration, with strong mechanical knowledge of plant components
Matric qualification with basic computer literacy
Thorough knowledge of ammonia refrigeration systems
Ammonia competency certificate (SAQCC GAS Cat. B)
Ammonia refrigeration diploma (e.g., OTTC)
First aid and safety training, with proven commitment to safe work practices
Physically fit and able to work at heights
Willingness to work overtime and participate in standby rotations

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