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Coffee Technician

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Job Location:

Durban - South Africa

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 22 August 2026 (Yesterday)

Application Deadline: 19 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a skilled and customer-focused Coffee Technician to join their team in Durban KwaZulu-Natal. The ideal candidate will have Grade 12 a valid drivers license technical experience in refrigeration electrical or mechanical fields and a proven track record in the coffee industry. Experience with beverage equipment particularly vending traditional and fully automatic machines will be advantageous. Strong mechanical and electrical knowledge excellent time-management and administrative skills attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are essential for this role.

A recent professional profile photo is to accompany your application
EMPLOYMENT TYPE : Permanent
SECTOR : Refrigeration / Coffee
BASIC SALARY : Market related
START DATE : A.S.A.P

REQUIREMENTS:

Matric.
N6 Electrical or Mechanical Diploma will be advantageous.
Proven track record and experience in the coffee industry.
Technical experience in refrigeration electrical mechanical or related fields.
Valid drivers license.
Customer service experience.
Experience with beverage equipment including vending traditional and fully automatic machines will be preferred.
Solid understanding of SHEQ practices.
Strong time-management and administrative skills.
Good knowledge of the operational geographical area.
Excellent knowledge of dispensing equipment.
Excellent knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work effectively under pressure.
Deadline-oriented.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.

DUTIES:

Technical Repairs & Maintenance:

Conduct fault-finding and repairs on mechanical electrical hydraulic and software-related equipment.
Calibrate program and test equipment to ensure optimal coffee quality and performance.
Install equipment and perform preventative maintenance.
Conduct sanitation of draught equipment at outlets within a designated area.
Perform ongoing maintenance and general upkeep of draught equipment to maintain stringent quality standards and minimize downtime and callouts.
Attend to standby callouts within required SLA timeframes.
Escalate technical issues timeously and follow up where required.

Customer Service & Communication:

Communicate clearly and professionally with clients and managers on-site.
Maintain a professional approach and uphold high standards of customer service.
Deliver quality workmanship while maintaining cost awareness.

Administration & Stock Management:

Accurately complete job cards tool checks and stock records.
Submit job cards daily via the designated job management system.
Manage vehicle stock to minimize variances and ensure sufficient stock is available to deliver quality service.
Submit stock orders timeously.
Ensure all administrative documentation is completed when stock is returned and/or issued to team members.
Update outlet record boards in the prescribed manner.
Maintain accurate records and ensure all required documentation is completed.

Deliveries & Equipment:

Deliver glassware to designated outlets.
Ensure the responsible management and control of tools and spare parts.
Conduct weekly vehicle inspections and submit the completed inspection documentation to the Operations Administrator.

Safety & Professional Standards:

Maintain high standards of safety cleanliness and professionalism at all times.
Uphold company values policies and ethical standards.
Ensure all work is completed to a high standard while maintaining a strong focus on quality safety and cost-effectiveness.

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