Refrigeration Technician

Boardroom Appointments

Johannesburg

On-site

ZAR 180,000 - 300,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Company-provided tools
PPE
Uniform

Job summary

Boardroom Appointments seeks a Refrigeration Technician to keep the cold chain for a leading beverage brand in South Africa. You will maintain, troubleshoot and repair ammonia systems, glycol loops, and water chillers while ensuring safety standards.

Join a fast-paced team where problem-solving and reliability matter. On-site work with standby after-hours is part of the role; company-provided tools, PPE and uniform support your daily tasks.

Qualifications

  • Minimum 2–3 years of experience with ammonia refrigeration, glycol loops and water chillers.
  • Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills to resolve issues quickly.
  • Code 10 Driver's License with PDP required for on-site work.

Responsibilities

  • Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration systems, compressors, glycol and water chiller loops, and ammonia systems.
  • Perform preventative maintenance to minimise downtime.
  • Install new systems and service dispensers at events and activations.
  • Adhere to OHS and SAQCC regulations for a safe work environment.
  • Communicate clearly with clients to keep them informed and satisfied.

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration
Glycol loops
Water chillers
Fault-finding
Time management

Job description

Refrigeration Technician: Keep It Cool with a Leading Beverage Brand

Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and keep the cold chain flowing for one of South Africa's most exciting beverage producers?
We're on the hunt for a bright, energetic Refrigeration Technician who thrives in a fast-paced, hands-on environment. This is your opportunity to join a dynamic team where innovation, energy, and real impact meet. If you love solving technical challenges, enjoy variety in your day, and want to be part of a forward-thinking brand, this role is for you.

What You'll Be Doing

Keep the chill alive: Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair refrigeration systems, compressors, glycol and water chiller loops, and ammonia systems.

Stay ahead of the game: Perform preventative maintenance to keep systems running smoothly and minimise downtime.

Hit the road: Install new systems and service dispensers at events and activations.

Safety first: Follow all OHS and SAQCC regulations to ensure a safe work environment.

Be the hero clients remember: Communicate clearly, solve problems fast, and keep customers satisfied.

What You Bring

2-3 years of experience working with ammonia refrigeration, glycol loops, and water chillers.

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills to resolve complex issues quickly.

Code 10 Driver's License with PDP for on-site work.

A can-do attitude, excellent time management, and the energy to thrive in a fast-growing environment.

Standby availability for after-hours maintenance and emergency calls.

Why Join This Team

Work with cutting-edge refrigeration systems and make a tangible impact every day.

Be part of a vibrant, growing business where innovation meets hustle.

Company-provided tools, PPE, and uniform.

A culture that's energetic, collaborative, and focused on excellence.

Please take note that should you not be contacted within 2 weeks that your application will be declined.

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