Refrigeration Technician Full Time

My client is looking for a Refrigeration Technician for a vacant position in Roodepoort and Bloemfontein.

Minimum Requirements:

• Grade 12 or N3 or NCV Technical qualifications
• Category B8 and B6 Gas License refrigeration training
• Electrical or Millwright Trade test Freon Trade test 2 – 5 years experience in Freon Ammonia refrigeration as Technician or Mechanic
• Knowledge of Ammonia and Freon gas handling
• Knowledge and skill of operating Ammonia plant rooms Knowledge and skill of operating spiral freezers
• Knowledge of Electrical wiring and apparatus Duties

Responsibilities:

• Assist in repairing and maintaining the refrigeration systems and equipment in the plants to ensure safe and smooth operations.
• Checking the refrigeration systems and equipment’s on daily basis for any fault findings.
• Operating of power and hand tools in carrying out maintenance and repairs.
• Assist in carrying out all activities on the maintenance schedule as required.
• Assist with metalworking such as grinding, welding, etc.
• Ensure that the tools and equipment specifically the Freon system are well looked after, and stored in a safe and clean storeroom after use.
• Adhering to SOPs and Health and Safety requirements, especially when handling refrigeration gases such as Ammonia. R404a etc.
• Assist Refrigeration Technicians whenever possible with the execution of their tasks Ensure refrigeration plants are clean and tidy at all time
• Be flexible to work overtime or weekends whenever required Check oil levels according to specifications and carry out lubrication as scheduled in compressors and condensers
• Assist conduct daily checks on all refrigeration systems and equipment as detailed in the Preventative Maintenance Schedule Perform factory, chillers, ammonia plant rooms, and asset maintenance duties i.e. replacement of electrical bulbs, and fittings when required
• Organise and pre-planned maintenance activities on the basis of repairing plant chillers Comply with the requirements of Health and Safety, other relevant legislation, and company policies when carrying out maintenance repairs on refrigeration equipment
• Check oil levels according to specifications and carry out lubrication schedules Adhere to Quality and Food Safety requirements
• Ensure ongoing implementation (and where possible improvement) of the Quality and Food Safety system through the systematic implementation of the relevant food safety requirements as defined in the Food Safety RACI Matrix and relevant policies and procedures (SOPs).

If you meet the above requirements and want to make a career-changing move, apply today by emailing your CV to: manufacturing@rporecruitment.us

Alternatively, you can visit our website to find your next opportunity – www.rporecruitment.co.za  or give us a call at 021 180 0776 and ask for Nikki. 

Please note that correspondence will only be conducted with shortlisted candidates for this position.