Refrigeration Technician

Western Cape, South Africa

Job Description


Refrigeration Technician
We are recruiting for a skilled and detailed Refrigeration Technician to join a manufacturing company located in Blackheath in the Western Cape. The ideal candidate must come with at least 5 years hands-on experience in refrigeration and should encompass strong fault-finding skills.Minimum Requirements:

  • Qualification in Refrigeration Technology at NQF 6 Level or a National Diploma in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience with strong fault-finding skills.
  • Experienced in designing and applying refrigeration systems.
  • Willingness to travel frequently.
  • Valid Drivers License.
Technical Requirements:
  • Proficient in computer skills, particularly MS Excel.
  • Holds a valid SAQCC Authorised Practitioner's card (Category C-Inspector).
  • Preferably has 2 years of experience in CO2 Trans critical system installation, commissioning, and maintenance.
Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Provide customer and on-site support as required for end users.
  • Lead and manage certain project warranty processes and supplier warranty claims.
  • Offer ongoing technical support.
  • Constantly evaluate opportunities to improve energy efficiency and reduce cost while improving quality and longevity.
  • Develop technical specifications documentation.
  • Provide technical assistance to the Spares Department.
  • Design new optimised versions of products in the existing product portfolio for continuous improvement.
  • Assist management by providing technical solutions and quotations as required.
  • Prepare engineering instructions, technical manuals, and laboratory tests.
  • Supervise the commissioning of new control systems on display cabinets.
  • Source cost-efficient components and materials.
  • Responsible for assisting the Sales Team with technical information.
  • Requisition special bought-out components that are not in stock.
  • Assist with Engineering Change Procedures and Engineering instructions.
  • Manage and maintain the test laboratory.
  • Process, interpret, and organise test data to compile test reports.
  • Design and enhance refrigeration systems and components.
  • Ensure swift and efficient product qualification.
  • Manage site testing and data logging programs.
  • Manage and maintain test equipment.
  • Lead new Research and Development projects.
  • Assist with refrigeration design for new products.
  • Conduct compressor, liquid line component, and controller selections.
  • Manage setup parameters of refrigeration products.
  • Manage the technical database for products.
  • Liaise with consulting Engineers and attend site meetings as required.
  • Collaborate with refrigeration contractors and provide appropriate technical solutions.
  • Build strong relationships with contractor partners and offer technical support and training as needed.
Closing Date:
Submissions for this vacancy will close on 5 July 2024, however, you will still have the opportunity to submit your CV for this position till 28 July 2024.Please Note:
Thank you for submitting your CV to Marvel Placement Consultants. We value your submission, and we try our utmost best to get back to each applicant. However, should your application be successful, we will be in contact with you. Should you not hear from us within two weeks of application, please consider your application as unsuccessful. We are however recruitment specialists and will keep your details on our database for possible future opportunities.PoPI Act:
Please note that Marvel Placement Consultants adhere to the POPI Act (Act No. 4 of 2013: Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013). Section 9 of PoPI states that Personal Information may only be processed if, given the purpose for which it is processed, it is adequate, relevant and not excessive.

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  • Job Id
    JD1327539
  • Industry
    Not mentioned
  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    Western Cape, South Africa
  • Education
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