Refrigeration Technician

Hospitality Hire; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Staff meals on duty

Job summary

The President Hotel in Cape Town is seeking a skilled Refrigeration Technician to install, service and repair commercial refrigeration equipment across a 349-room operation.

You will maintain chillers, cold rooms, freezers and ice machines, perform planned maintenance, and diagnose faults to ensure safe, efficient operation. A trade qualification and experience in large-scale environments are essential.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification or recognised certification in Refrigeration/HVAC/AC/Mechanical engineering.
• Minimum 2 to 4 years relevant experience as a Refrigeration Technician.
• Proven experience with commercial/industrial refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, commission, service, maintain and repair commercial refrigeration equipment throughout the hotel.
• Maintain refrigeration systems supporting hotel restaurants, kitchens and storage areas.
• Carry out planned and preventative maintenance per the hotel program.

Skills

Refrigeration systems

Fault finding

Maintenance planning

HVAC knowledge

Safety compliance

Education

Trade qualification or certification in Refrigeration/HVAC/AC/Mech Eng

Job description

Minimum Requirements

• Relevant trade qualification or recognised certification in Refrigeration, HVAC, Air Conditioning or Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum 2 to 4 years relevant experience as a Refrigeration Technician
• Proven experience working with commercial or industrial refrigeration systems
• Previous experience within a hotel, hospitality, hospital, retail, food production, commercial property or other large-scale environment highly advantageous
• Strong working knowledge of refrigerants, compressors, condensers, evaporators and cooling technology
• Practical experience maintaining and repairing commercial refrigeration equipment
• Experience with cold rooms, chillers, freezers, refrigerators and ice machines advantageous
• Strong fault-finding, diagnostic and problem-solving capabilities
• Good understanding of refrigeration controls, thermostats and associated electrical components
• Ability to read and interpret technical diagrams, equipment manuals and manufacturer specifications
• Good understanding of preventative and planned maintenance procedures
• Strong knowledge of occupational health, safety and environmental requirements relating to refrigeration systems
• Knowledge of the correct and safe handling of refrigerants and associated chemicals
• Ability to use refrigeration tools, gauges and testing equipment safely and correctly
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to high-quality workmanship
• Ability to work independently and efficiently while meeting operational deadlines
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Ability to respond effectively to emergency breakdowns and urgent operational requirements
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary Maintenance team
• Ability to work shifts, weekends, public holidays and assist with emergency call-outs when required
• Professional, reliable and accountable approach to work
• Valid South African ID
• A fully updated CV with relevant trade qualifications and contactable reference details is essential

What Youll Be Doing

• Installing, commissioning, servicing, maintaining and repairing commercial refrigeration and cooling equipment throughout the hotel
• Maintaining refrigeration systems supporting the hotels restaurants, kitchens, food storage and operational areas
• Servicing and repairing equipment including chillers, cold rooms, freezers, refrigerators and ice machines
• Carrying out planned and preventative maintenance according to the hotels maintenance programme
• Conducting routine inspections to identify potential equipment problems before breakdowns occur
• Diagnosing refrigeration faults and determining the appropriate repair or corrective action
• Troubleshooting compressors, condensers, evaporators, thermostats, controls and associated components
• Testing and monitoring equipment performance to ensure systems are operating safely and efficiently
• Responding promptly to refrigeration breakdowns and urgent operational maintenance requirements
• Working closely with Kitchen, F&B and other operational departments to minimise disruption when equipment faults occur
• Supporting the wider Maintenance team during emergency breakdowns and high-demand operational periods
• Ensuring refrigeration systems operate within required temperature parameters and performance standards
• Identifying opportunities to improve equipment performance, reliability and energy efficiency
• Following all required health, safety and environmental procedures when handling refrigerants and chemicals
• Ensuring refrigerants are handled, stored and managed safely and responsibly
• Using PPE, tools and technical equipment correctly and safely at all times
• Maintaining clean, organised and safe work areas during and after maintenance activities
• Maintaining accurate records of inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs and equipment performance
• Completing job cards and updating maintenance tasks within the hotels maintenance management system
• Communicating recurring equipment issues and potential replacement requirements to Maintenance management
• Supporting other technical and maintenance requirements where your skills and experience can assist hotel operations
• Living and promoting our values of Teamwork, Respect, Innovation, Accountability, Passion and Integrity in everything you do

Why Join The President Hotel

Be part of Cape Towns Most Loved Hotel

• Work within a professional, high-volume 349-room hotel operation
• Apply your refrigeration expertise across a diverse range of commercial cooling systems and equipment
• Gain exposure to restaurants, kitchens, cold rooms, food storage facilities and other operational areas
• Work within a professional Maintenance Department where preventative maintenance, safety and operational reliability are priorities
• Develop your technical expertise within a complex hospitality environment
• Play an important role in protecting food quality, operational efficiency and the overall guest experience
• Contribute to equipment efficiency, sustainability and responsible energy management
• Be part of our exciting journey toward luxury
• Work alongside passionate hospitality and technical professionals
• Enjoy a competitive market-related salary, company contributions toward medical aid and provident fund , staff meals on duty and an outstanding team culture