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Industrial Refrigeration Technician (Ammonia) Atlantis
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Job Location:
Atlantis - South Africa
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Posted:
3 July 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
30 September 2026
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Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
An established industrial engineering and maintenance company is seeking a qualified Industrial Refrigeration Technician to join its service team. This role involves the installation commissioning maintenance servicing fault-finding and repair of industrial refrigeration systems across a variety of manufacturing and processing environments.
Industrial Refrigeration Technician (Ammonia Experience Essential)
Location: Western CapeSalary: Market Related
Employment Type: Permanent
Join a Leading Industrial Refrigeration Team
An exciting opportunity exists for a qualified Industrial Refrigeration Technician to join a well-established engineering and maintenance team servicing industrial refrigeration plants across various industries.PLEASE NOTE: Previous hands-on experience working with ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems is ESSENTIAL. Applications without industrial ammonia refrigeration experience will unfortunately not be considered.
The successful candidate will be responsible for the installation commissioning maintenance servicing fault-finding and repair of industrial refrigeration systems operating in demanding industrial environments.
Minimum Requirements
- Refrigeration Trade Test / Qualified Refrigeration Mechanic.
- Valid drivers licence.
- 38 years experience maintaining and servicing industrial refrigeration systems.
- Proven experience working on ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration plants is essential.
- Experience with CO₂ glycol and HFC refrigeration systems.
- Experience gained within industrial environments such as food processing cold storage manufacturing pharmaceutical or processing plants.
- Refrigeration plant installation and commissioning experience will be advantageous.
- National Diploma or Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning would be advantageous.
- Relevant refrigeration technical certifications are beneficial.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Install industrial refrigeration equipment and associated piping systems.
- Assist with the commissioning of refrigeration plants and equipment.
- Perform pressure testing leak testing evacuation and refrigerant charging.
- Carry out preventative and planned maintenance on refrigeration systems.
- Inspect and service compressors condensers evaporators pumps valves and associated equipment.
- Diagnose and repair mechanical electrical and refrigeration faults.
- Attend emergency breakdowns and service call-outs.
- Monitor refrigeration plant performance and optimise system efficiency.
- Record operating temperatures pressures and performance data.
- Complete accurate maintenance records and service reports.
- Provide technical support and recommendations to customers.
- Ensure compliance with all health safety and environmental regulations relating to industrial refrigeration and ammonia systems.
Technical Skills
Experience with the following is required:- Industrial ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems
- CO₂ glycol and HFC refrigeration systems
- Screw and reciprocating compressors
- Evaporators condensers pumps and valves
- Heat exchangers and refrigeration controls
- Reading P&IDs engineering drawings and electrical schematics
- Basic electrical fault-finding
- Refrigeration testing and diagnostic equipment
Personal Attributes
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
- Excellent mechanical aptitude
- Safety-conscious approach
- Attention to detail
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Customer-focused with good communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Working Environment
This position involves working at industrial plants manufacturing facilities and customer sites. Regular travel is required together with participation in standby and emergency call-out rotations. Overtime weekend and public holiday work may be required when operational demands dictate.Required Experience:
IC
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