RF Technician

Southey Contracting; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated refrigeration technician to manage and enhance testing processes while ensuring efficient product qualification. This role involves designing and optimizing refrigeration systems, leading R&D projects, and providing technical support to contractors and customers. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in refrigeration technology, excellent fault-finding skills, and a proactive approach to problem-solving. If you're ready to contribute to innovative solutions in a dynamic environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in refrigeration.
• Valid SAQCC Authorized Practitioner’s Card required.

Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain the test area and development processes.
• Design and improve refrigeration systems and components.
• Lead new research and development projects.

Skills

Fault-finding skills

Leadership qualities

Proficient in MS Excel

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Education

NQF6 level qualification in refrigeration technology

NDip in mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

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Responsibilities

1. Manage and maintain the test area and development processes.
2. Process, interpret, and prepare test data to compile test reports.
3. Design and improve refrigeration systems and components.
4. Ensure swift and efficient product qualification.
5. Manage site testing and data logging programs.
6. Maintain test equipment.
7. Lead new research and development projects.
8. Assist with refrigeration design for new products.
9. Select compressors, liquid line components, and controllers.
10. Manage setup parameters of refrigeration products.
11. Maintain the technical database for products.
12. Liaise with consulting engineers and attend site meetings as required.
13. Coordinate with refrigeration contractors, providing technical solutions.
14. Build strong relationships with contractor partners, offering technical support and training.
15. Provide customer and on-site support to end users.
16. Lead and manage certain project warranty processes and supplier warranty claims.
17. Offer technical support and assistance to the spares department.
18. Design optimized versions of existing products for continuous improvement.
19. Assist management by providing technical solutions and quotations.
20. Prepare engineering instructions, technical manuals, and laboratory tests.
21. Supervise the commissioning of new control systems on display cabinets.
22. Source cost-efficient components and materials.
23. Requisition special bought-out components not in stock.
24. Assist with engineering change procedures and instructions.

Experience & Requirements

• NQF6 level qualification in refrigeration technology or NDip. in mechanical engineering.
• Proficient in MS Excel and computer literacy.
• Assertive, detail-oriented, with leadership qualities.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with strong fault-finding skills.
• Experience with commercial refrigeration through reputable service and installation companies.
• Valid SAQCC Authorized Practitioner’s Card (Category C-Inspector).
• Preferably 2 years’ experience in CO2 Transcritical system installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
• Experience in designing and applying refrigeration systems.
• Willingness to travel frequently.
• Assertive, proactive, and eager to add value in a progressive organization.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.