Refrigeration Technician

SUMMARY:
Seeking a Trade-qualified Refrigeration Technician for a market leader in Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Requires 3+ years of transport cooling experience. Maintain and repair high-performance mobile units for a premier commercial fleet.

POSITION INFO:
About the Opportunity:
Our client is a dominant force in the South African transport cooling and mobile refrigeration sector. They are dedicated to providing high-performance temperature control solutions for commercial fleets across the Eastern Cape. Known for their technical innovation and reliability, they offer a professional, fast-paced environment where precision engineering ensures that the nation’s essential goods reach their destination safely.

Key Responsibilities:
You will oversee the installation, commissioning, and maintenance of high-capacity refrigeration units on commercial vehicles. This includes vacuuming systems, charging refrigerants, and conducting pressure tests to ensure leak-free operation. Your expertise is critical for calibrating temperature controllers and ensuring that every unit operates within strict thermal parameters to protect sensitive cargo throughout the transport lifecycle.

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• Trade Qualification: Must be a qualified Refrigeration Technician (Trade Test).
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years of specialized experience in transport refrigeration.
• Technical Mastery: Proven ability to troubleshoot complex refrigeration cycles, including compressors, evaporators, and expansion valves.
• System Knowledge: Deep understanding of refrigerant types (e.g., R404A and R134a) and their specific application in mobile environments.
• Logistics: Must be currently based in (or willing to relocate to) the Gqeberha/Port Elizabeth area.