Artisan: Refrigerant

The South African Broadcasting Corporation SABC · Gauteng

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Main purpose of the role

  • To ensure the reliable operation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration and cooling systems supporting SABC's 24/7 operations, including server rooms, TV studios, and radio studios, which require continuous environmental control.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform planned and preventative maintenance on all refrigeration and HVAC systems.
  • Diagnose and repair faults on chillers, AHUs, split units, and cooling systems.
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety standards.
  • Monitor and maintain optimal cooling conditions for critical environments server rooms, TV and radio studios.
  • Respond to breakdowns and emergencies in a 24/7 operational environment.
  • Maintain accurate maintenance records and reports.
  • Maintenance and servicing of water-cooled and air-cooled chillers up to 2.5 MW capacity.
  • Servicing and maintenance of Air Handling Units AHUs.
  • Exposure to HVAC control systems preferably Johnson Controls.

INHERENT/MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Qualifications

  • National Technical Certificate N3 or equivalent qualification NQF Level 4.
  • Qualified Refrigeration Artisan / Refrigeration Trade Test Certificate.
  • Safe Handling of Refrigerants Competency Certificate.

Experience

  • Minimum of 5 years' experience in refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

Technical Experience Required

  • Maintenance and servicing of water-cooled and air-cooled chillers up to 2.5 MW capacity.
  • Experience working with Variable Speed Drives VSDs.
  • Servicing and maintenance of Air Handling Units AHUs.
  • Experience with split unit systems.
  • Experience with cold/cooled rooms.
  • Exposure to HVAC control systems preferably Johnson Controls.
  • Experience with Variable Speed Drives VSDs.
  • Experience with split unit systems.
  • Experience with cold/cooled rooms.

Additional Requirements

  • Ability to work standby and after-hours as required.
  • Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
  • Understanding of the critical nature of continuous cooling in broadcasting environments.
  • Basic understanding of electrical troubleshooting.

Deadline:12th August,2026

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