Refrigeration Technician

Recruiter:

Network Recruitment

Job Ref:

NES025190/Julia

Date posted:

Thursday, March 19, 2026

Location:

Midrand, South Africa

SUMMARY:
Seeking a Trade-Qualified Refrigeration Technician for a market leader in Midrand. 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 Gauteng. 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 in a high-volume Gauteng market.

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 and their specific application in mobile environments.
Local Proximity: Must be currently based in (or willing to relocate to) the Midrand area.

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