Refrigeration Technician

University Of Fort Hare; Polokwane; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A national company is seeking a Refrigeration Technician in Polokwane. The role requires at least 3 - 5 years of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and Safe Handling & Gas Certification. Responsibilities include maintaining and servicing cabinets, ensuring safety compliance, and good customer interaction. Competitive salary offered.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 - 5 years relevant experience in refrigeration or air-conditioning.
• Safe Handling & Gas Certification is a minimum requirement.
• Valid driver's license is required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and service existing cabinets in the trade.
• Install and carry out cabinet installations as needed.
• Ensure safety of staff and products while driving.

Skills

Fluent English speaking and writing capability

Good Interpersonal Skills

Education

Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Test (Commercial)

Tools

Health & Safety knowledge

Job description

Overview

A well‑established national company has a vacancy for a Refrigeration Technician with at least 3 - 5 years relevant experience to join their team in Polokwane.

Requirements

• Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Test (Commercial) – An advantage
• Safe Handling & Gas Certification a minimum requirement
• Valid driver's license
• Experience working in either air‑conditioning or refrigeration servicing will be an advantage
• Willing to work Standby
• Fluent English speaking and writing capability
• Work knowledge of Health & Safety requirements
• Good Interpersonal Skills

Duties

• Maintain and service existing cabinets in the trade.
• Install cabinets as needed.
• Carry out cabinet installations as needed.
• Ensure site is clean when maintenance is completed.
• Carry out duties in strict compliance with Health and Safety standards.
• Responsible for the reconciliation of expenses related to jobs.
• Responsible for correct completion, signing and stamping of job cards and delivery notes by customer representatives.
• Minimize and avoid job recalls.
• Supervise junior staff.
• Maintain and care of company assets.
• Complete logbook for vehicle.
• Plan maintenance of vehicles.
• Ensure vehicles are always clean and in good condition.
• Ensure safety of staff and products while driving and parked.
• Ensure safe keeping of Tools at all times.

Customer Liaison

• Liaise with customers on site in a professional manner.
• Ensure customer satisfaction on completion of task.
• Provide in‑house training and general support.
• Provide technical assistance and support to service partners and assistant technicians.
• Assist with monthly stock takes.
• Ensure that Helpdesk receives all documentation on time and complete.

In return a competitive salary is on offer.