Junior / Graduate Refrigeration Candidate

Jelocorp; Sandton; On-site; ZAR 167,400 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

Jelocorp is seeking a junior-level candidate to develop a career in industrial refrigeration in Sandton, Gauteng. This position offers hands-on exposure to large-scale refrigeration systems in cold storage, food processing, and industrial operations, ideal for those passionate about the field.

The successful candidate will receive mentorship from experienced technicians and will engage in various responsibilities including installations, troubleshooting, and adherence to safety standards. A diploma or degree in a related technical field is required.

Qualifications

• Entry-level or limited working experience.
• Technically minded individual with strong problem-solving skills.
• Driver’s license is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, servicing, and commissioning of industrial refrigeration systems.
• Support senior technicians and engineers on site and project work.
• Learn operation of industrial refrigeration systems (Freon and ammonia).
• Assist with troubleshooting and technical support.
• Participate in site visits and client support activities.
• Adhere to safety and operational standards.

Skills

Strong willingness to learn

Problem-solving ability

Good communication skills

Education

Diploma or Degree in Refrigeration, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Position Overview

This role is aimed at junior-level or graduate candidates who want to build a career in industrial refrigeration. The environment includes exposure to large-scale refrigeration systems used in cold storage facilities, slaughterhouses, blast freezing systems, food processing plants, and industrial cold chain operations. This is not suitable for candidates whose experience is limited to residential or office HVAC systems unless they also have strong industrial refrigeration exposure.

Minimum Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Refrigeration, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field
• Entry-level or limited working experience
• Strong willingness to learn and develop in industrial refrigeration
• Technically minded with good problem-solving ability
• Good communication skills
• Driver’s license advantageous

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, servicing, and commissioning of industrial refrigeration systems
• Support senior technicians and engineers on site and project work
• Learn operation of industrial refrigeration systems (Freon and ammonia)
• Assist with troubleshooting and technical support
• Participate in site visits and client support activities
• Adhere to safety and operational standards

Preferred Exposure

• Industrial refrigeration systems
• Cold storage and food processing environments
• Freon and/or ammonia systems
• Industrial maintenance or technical project exposure