Refrigeration Technician (Ammonia)

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd; Durbanville; On-site; ZAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Synergy Jobs (Pty) Ltd is seeking an experienced Refrigeration Technician to join our maintenance team in Durbanville. The role covers installation, service, fault-finding and repair of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems with emphasis on safety and reliability.

The ideal candidate has hands-on ammonia refrigeration experience, strong mechanical/electrical fault-finding skills and can read technical drawings.

Qualifications

• Qualified refrigeration/mechanical trade or equivalent.
• Proven experience as a Refrigeration Technician.
• Hands-on ammonia refrigeration experience essential.
• Experience with industrial refrigeration systems.
• Strong fault-finding in mechanical and electrical systems.
• Ability to read refrigeration schematics and drawings.
• Valid driver’s licence and safety-conscious mindset.
• Ability to work independently and in a maintenance team.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, service and repair industrial refrigeration systems.
• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical refrigeration faults.
• Work on ammonia systems and related equipment.
• Monitor plant performance and identify issues.
• Maintain maintenance records and service reports.
• Ensure safe, efficient and reliable operation; respond to breakdowns.

Skills

Ammonia Refrigeration

Industrial Refrigeration

Mechanical Fault-Finding

Electrical Fault-Finding

Preventative Maintenance

Breakdown Maintenance

Technical Problem Solving

Safety Awareness

Attention to Detail

Communication

Education

Refrigeration / Mechanical qualification or trade qualification

Job description

POSITION: Refrigeration Technician

LOCATION: Durbanville

POSITION OVERVIEW

We are seeking an experienced and suitably qualified Refrigeration Technician to join our maintenance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, servicing, fault-finding and repair of industrial refrigeration systems. Strong ammonia refrigeration experience is essential for this position.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Install, maintain, service and repair industrial refrigeration systems.
• Perform preventative and reactive maintenance on refrigeration equipment.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical and electrical refrigeration faults.
• Work on ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems and associated equipment.
• Monitor refrigeration plant performance and identify potential problems.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventative maintenance.
• Troubleshoot compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, valves and refrigeration controls.
• Carry out refrigeration plant start-ups, shutdowns and operational checks.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records and service reports.
• Ensure refrigeration equipment operates safely, efficiently and reliably.
• Respond promptly to breakdowns and minimise equipment downtime.
• Work closely with the maintenance and production teams.
• Ensure all work complies with relevant health, safety and environmental requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised work area.
• Assist with planned maintenance projects and equipment upgrades where required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Relevant Refrigeration / Mechanical qualification or trade qualification.
• Proven experience as a Refrigeration Technician.
• Hands-on ammonia refrigeration experience is essential.
• Experience working with industrial refrigeration systems.
• Strong mechanical and electrical fault-finding ability.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and refrigeration schematics.
• Knowledge of refrigeration controls and associated electrical systems.
• Valid driver's licence.
• Good understanding of occupational health and safety requirements.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a maintenance team.

EXPERIENCE

The ideal candidate will have experience with:

• Industrial ammonia refrigeration plants.
• Ammonia compressors and refrigeration circuits.
• Condensers and evaporators.
• Pumps, valves and pressure-control equipment.
• Refrigeration control systems.
• Preventative maintenance programmes.
• Breakdown and fault-finding.
• Refrigeration plant monitoring and optimisation.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• Strong technical and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented and methodical.
• Safety-conscious.
• Reliable and dependable.
• Good communication skills.
• Able to work under pressure and respond to breakdowns quickly.
• Strong attention to preventative maintenance.
• Proactive approach to identifying potential equipment failures.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Professional and disciplined work ethic.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Ammonia Refrigeration
• Industrial Refrigeration
• Mechanical Fault-Finding
• Electrical Fault-Finding
• Preventative Maintenance
• Breakdown Maintenance
• Technical Problem Solving
• Safety Awareness
• Equipment Maintenance
• Attention to Detail.

WORKING REQUIREMENTS

The successful candidate must be willing to:

• Work shifts or overtime when required.
• Respond to refrigeration breakdowns and emergency callouts.
• Work in industrial and cold-room environments.
• Follow strict safety procedures when working with ammonia and refrigeration equipment.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate will be a qualified and experienced Refrigeration Technician with strong hands-on ammonia refrigeration experience, excellent fault-finding abilities and a strong commitment to safety, reliability and preventative maintenance.