Junior Refrigeration Assistant

RPO Recruitment; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading cold storage company in Cape Town is seeking a Junior Refrigerator Assistant to assist in the operation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment. The ideal candidate must have experience with ammonia-based systems and a CAT A License. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience, ensuring compliance with safety standards while supporting senior technicians.

Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with ammonia-based refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of refrigeration operations and maintenance.
• Physically fit and able to work in cold environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and servicing of refrigeration systems.
• Support senior technicians with fault-finding and repairs.
• Operate equipment in line with safety and quality standards.
• Monitor and record refrigeration performance.
• Ensure compliance with ammonia safety protocols.
• Perform routine checks and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Report faults, breakdowns and potential risks.

Skills

Knowledge of industrial cooling systems

Experience with ammonia-based refrigeration

Ability to follow safety guidelines

Teamwork

Education

CAT A License

Job description

Overview

A reputable cold storage company is looking for an experienced Junior Refrigerator Assistant with knowledge of industrial cooling systems and hands-on expertise in ammonia-based refrigeration to join their team in Cape Town Western Cape. The ideal candidate will assist with the operation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment while ensuring compliance with safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the maintenance and servicing of refrigeration systems.
• Support senior technicians with fault-finding and repairs.
• Operate equipment in line with safety and quality standards.
• Monitor and record refrigeration performance.
• Ensure compliance with ammonia safety protocols.
• Perform routine checks and preventative maintenance tasks.
• Report faults, breakdowns and potential risks to supervisors.
• Assist in the installation and commissioning of refrigeration equipment.

Requirements

• CAT A License (essential).
• Previous experience working with ammonia-based refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of refrigeration operations and maintenance.
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and work in a team environment.
• Physically fit and able to work in cold environments.

Benefits

• Salary: negotiable.
• Our client is offering a highly competitive salary for this role based on experience.

How to apply

Contact RPO Recruitment for your next career opportunity. Apply for this role today by contacting Jarad Pentz at RPO Recruitment or on LinkedIn. Visit the RPO Recruitment website to submit your CV.

Additional Information

Required Experience: Junior IC

Key Skills: Database, Corporate Risk Management, Front Office Management, Bakery, Document Control

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience: years

Vacancy: 1