Refrigeration Technician

Vector Logistics; Bloemfontein; On-site; ZAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Bloemfontein seeks a skilled Refrigeration Technician to install, maintain, and repair complex refrigeration systems. The ideal candidate will have a Matric qualification, completed an approved apprenticeship, and possess at least 3 years of relevant experience in the industry. This role requires a valid Code EB Driver's licence and offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic setting that values teamwork and safety.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years’ experience in plant installation, operation, maintenance and repair of industrial/commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Valid Code EB Driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment and systems.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance.
• Coordinate with operations management to complete projects efficiently.

Skills

Problem solving skills

Equipment maintenance skills

Manual dexterity

Supervisory skills

Education

Matric supplemented by an approved apprenticeship programme

Qualified or registered artisan

Authorised refrigeration practitioner CAT B

Job description

Permanent

Bloemfontein

Overview

We are a Supply Chain and Sales & Merchandising partner adding value to your business through a fully integrated, temperature-controlled network in Southern Africa.

But we are also more than that. We are people serving people. While we boast the best in tech and infrastructure, our people are our greatest resource. With our skilled, curious, can-do people at the forefront, our assets become your assets, our service your solutions.

Vector’s vehicle fleet includes a food industry first in ‘multi-temperature’ vehicles enabling the company to service business across frozen, chilled and ambient temperature zones on a single delivery.

Job Purpose

To perform skilled maintenance, installation, repair and inspection work on complex refrigeration equipment.

Key Responsibilities

Installation, Maintenance And Repairs

• Installation and maintenance of refrigeration equipment and systems.
• Test components using electrical, mechanical test equipment.
• Charge and leak test the refrigerant charge system.
• Perform pe-start up checks on equipment and adjust as necessary.
• Lay-out and install reference points for determining equipment location.
• Prepare documentation (e.g. records of refrigerants, paperwork, logs, time and materials, specifications, etc) for the purpose of providing written support in compliance with regulations and/or conveying information.
• Planning of work according to maintenance plan and schedule and per breakdown.
• Maintenance and repair of all utilities, refrigeration, warehouse equipment and facilities in accordance with the maintenance plan and schedule.
• Render assistance to Handyman and Technical Assistant on faults that cannot be solved on their level of required competence.
• Daily inspection of all work completed on site including site facilities and buildings.
• Coordinate with Operations management, administration and other members of the maintenance team to complete projects/work orders efficiently.
• Inspect systems and their components to ensure safety and identify necessary repairs and to provide an ongoing programme of preventative maintenance.
• Perform routine maintenance and preventative maintenance as needed and/or assigned to ensure the ongoing functioning of refrigeration system.
• Diagnose problems and /or failures in refrigeration systems to identify equipment and/or systems repair and replacement needs.
• Repair various items, systems and/or components to ensure that equipment is available and in safe working condition.
• Inform Operations management/Warehouse Manager regarding procedures and/or status of work orders for the purpose of providing information for making decisions, taking appropriate action and/or complying with health and safety regulations.
• Maintain tools and/or equipment to ensure the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Respond to emergency situations during or after hours to resolve immediate safety concerns.
• Transport various items (e.g. tools, equipment, suppliers, etc) to ensure the availability of materials required at job site.
• Dismantle malfunctioning systems, analyse and test components, using electrical, mechanical, and pneumatic testing equipment.
  
  

Implementation of Safety and Health Environment, Risk and Quality (SHEQ):

• Implement and comply with health and safety procedures.
• Ensure that documentation required within Total Integrated Management System (TIMS) is applied consistently within scope of function.
  
  

Project Management

• Assist Engineering manager in project scoping and request for proposals.
• Effective management of the installation and commissioning work on site.
• Review and sign off project work as assigned.
  
  

Stock Control

• Complete a spares requisition once spares have been drawn from stores to have the buyer procure and replenish stock.
  
  

Assistant Guidance

• Guide, train and coordinate the functions of the technical assistant and handyman.
  
  

Effective Teamwork And Self-Management

• Take ownership and accountability for tasks and activities and demonstrate effective self-management in terms of planning and prioritising, and self-development.
• Follow through to ensure that quality and productivity standards of work are consistently and accurately maintained.
• Inform relevant parties in the event of tasks or deadlines not met, the potential risks thereof and provide appropriate resolution.
• Demonstrate willingness to help others and “go the extra mile” to meet targets and objectives.
• Manage colleagues and employees’ expectations and communicate appropriately.
  
  

General

• Management, training and development of maintenance handyman and technical assistant.
• Discipline of maintenance handyman and technical assistant under direct control.
• Issue daily job cards and inspect work executed.
• Order equipment and spares.
• Perform standby duties.
• Ability to assist at other sites when required.
  
  

Key Relationships

Internal

• Warehouse Team, Transport Team and Administrative Personnel.
  
  

External

• Suppliers and Contractors.
  
  

Qualifications And Experience

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required for the Job

• Matric supplemented by an approved apprenticeship programme in electrical or industrial/commercial refrigeration trades.
• Must be a qualified or registered artisan.
• Authorised refrigeration practitioner CAT B Transport Refrigeration or Air conditioning and refrigeration.
• At least 3 Years’ experience in plant installation, operation, maintenance and repair of industrial/commercial refrigeration equipment.
• Valid Code EB Driver’s licence.
  
  

Skills and Competencies

• Problem solving skills.
• Equipment maintenance skills.
• Manual dexterity.
• Supervisory skills.
  
  

We look forward to hearing from you!