Temp Refrigeration Technician - Olifantsfontein at Impact

About the Role


We are seeking a Temp Refrigeration Technician to join our team, focusing on the installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration systems. This role is crucial for ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards in various environments, including commercial and industrial settings.


Key Responsibilities:


Ensure the refrigeration and services plant performs at optimum capacity
Maintain, adjust and set up equipment as per the required parameters all the time.
Ensure problems related to refrigeration and service are resolved timeously
Escalate problems to the appropriate management level before it can create major financial loss
Adhere to the required Ammonia safe handling procedures
Actively involved in energy and water saving projects within your span of control
Trouble shooting of any fault relating to the equipment and refrigeration services system
Provides guidance to the factory & boiler personnel in line with all refrigeration services issues
Ensure the application of preventative maintenance principles at all times
Ensure compliance to the work permit procedures is adhered to by all contractors
Ensure the alignment of motors to refrigeration compressor
Ensure Adherence to the liquid pumping principles
Provides the capability to replace air and water filters, repair water traps/purging mechanisms
Be able to work under no abrupt supervision
Know-how of pumping down valve and vessels


Key Requirements:


Matric
Tertiary Qualifications: N3 Engineering Studies, diploma in Ammonia Refrigeration and Refrigeration Mechanic Trade Test (compulsory)
Must have ammonia safe handling category B* (Compulsory)
1-3 years' experience of working in Ammonia plant, specifically in food and Beverage industry
Experience in Building maintenance will be an added advantage


Computer literate


Must have working knowledge of computerized refrigeration monitoring/control program
Engineering Technical Knowledge, sturdily on refrigeration systems
Must have a high tolerance for stress and must be resilient
Systematic, pragmatic, analytical and service oriented
Knowledge of Safe working practices and legal compliance of refrigeration installations
Basic understanding of ammonia system electrical controls
Willing to work shifts/standby/weekends/public holidays