Technician - Food Service Equipment

InvisionHR; Bellville; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 60 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Technician to provide exceptional repair and maintenance services for food service and catering equipment. This role requires a proactive and independent worker who excels in problem-solving and has strong organisational skills. You'll be responsible for diagnosing faults, performing repairs, and ensuring optimal functionality of equipment. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will enhance customer experiences and support your professional growth in a rewarding environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of workshop/repair experience in food service and catering equipment.
• Strong administration and computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose technical faults and provide on-site repairs for catering equipment.
• Collaborate with staff to resolve maintenance issues efficiently.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Technical fault diagnosis

Education

N3 in Electrical Engineering

Qualification as a Refrigeration Technician

Tools

Email

Word

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a skilled Technician to support the repairs and maintenance of food service and catering equipment for our valued clients.

This role involves delivering high-quality repairs and maintenance services to ensure the optimal functionality of food service and catering equipment.

Our Ideal Candidate :

• An independent and proactive worker with strong problem-solving abilities.
• An experienced technician with excellent organisational skills and a focus on quality.
• A person who will positively impact the customer experience through exceptional repair and maintenance services.
• A loyal, dedicated individual eager to grow with our brand.

Schedule : Monday – Friday : 08 : 00 – 16 : 30

Key Responsibilities :

General Responsibilities

• Listen to customer concerns and clearly communicate all job-related matters.
• Attend to emergency calls regarding equipment repair issues.
• Collaborate with other maintenance workers, company officials, and staff to find effective solutions to repair or maintenance problems.

Maintenance, Fault-Finding, and Repairs

• Diagnose technical faults on-site (primarily at our premises, but also remotely or at client sites).
• Provide on-site repairs, maintenance, and installations for various commercial catering and food service equipment.
• Read and interpret wiring diagrams and follow operation and installation manuals.
• Perform periodic inspections, cleaning, and servicing of equipment.
• Prioritise the repair queue to ensure efficient service delivery.
• Maintain client service logs for equipment repairs and updates.
• Adhere to occupational health and safety standards during repairs.
• Document service calls, travel logs, and any emergency after-hours repair work.
• Report to the Technical Manager on all ongoing and completed repair tasks.

Requirements

• Qualification as a Refrigeration Technician is advantageous.
• Minimum N3 in Electrical Engineering.
• At least 3-5 years of workshop / repair experience.
• Knowledge and experience within the food service and catering equipment industry.
• Strong administration and computer skills (Email, Word, Excel).
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Superior problem-solving and fault-finding abilities.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail.
• Professionalism in all interactions.
• A willingness to learn and grow in the role.