Field Service Technician: Rotating Equipment & Refrigeration

Career27; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Chart Industries, Howden Africa Compressors & Turbines Division, Sasolburg, is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to service and repair multi-brand compressors, turbines and blowers. You will interpret technical drawings, perform field data collection, and ensure safe operation during commissioning and service contracts.

The role requires at least 6 years in rotating equipment, refrigeration experience with Ammonia CAT B, and strong problem-solving ability.

Qualifications

• Trade test certificate in Fitting or National Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
• Refrigeration experience with Ammonia CAT B license.
• Minimum 6 years of related experience in rotating equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for mechanical and electrical issues.
• Ability to read technical manuals, drawings, and publications.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Good communication and customer service orientation.
• Willing to travel and possess valid passport, driver’s license, and overhead crane license.

Responsibilities

• Perform service/repair on rotational equipment and multi-brand compressors; both oil-injected and oil-free.
• Interpret PID, drawings, manuals, etc., related to compressors, turbines, and blowers.
• Navigate multi-brand compressor controllers to obtain data for troubleshooting.
• Install new equipment on Construction Sites and Retrofits.
• Conduct statutory and insurance examinations on rotational equipment.
• Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine solutions.
• Produce timely and detailed service reports.
• Understand customer requirements and make recommendations.
• Manage service contracts on customer sites.
• Laser alignment of equipment.
• Commissioning of the plant.
• Support workshop colleagues when required.

Skills

Rotating equipment

Troubleshooting

Mechanical engineering

Education

Trade certificate in Fitting

National Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Chart Industries, Howden Africa Compressors & Turbines Division, Sasolburg, is seeking a Refrigeration Technician to service and repair multi-brand compressors, turbines and blowers. You will interpret technical drawings, perform field data collection, and ensure safe operation during commissioning and service contracts.

The role requires at least 6 years in rotating equipment, refrigeration experience with Ammonia CAT B, and strong problem-solving ability.