Refrigeration Technician (Permanent)

Job Title: Refrigeration Technician Start Date: 2026-08-05 - 2026-09-04 Vacancy Type: Permanent CPT001258 Sectors: Refrigeration Technical Location: Western Cape , Worcester Salary: Brief: Refrigeration Technician - Qualified Red Seal A well-established refrigeration company based in Worcester is seeking a qualified and experienced Refrigeration Technician to install, maintain, service and repair commercial and industrial refrigeration systems. The successful candidate must be a qualified Red Seal Refrigeration Technician with strong fault-finding abilities and at least five years' post-trade experience. Detail: Key Responsibilities Install, service, maintain and repair commercial and industrial refrigeration systems. Diagnose refrigeration, electrical and mechanical faults. Conduct preventative and scheduled maintenance. Repair and replace compressors, condensers, evaporators, motors, pumps, valves and related components. Perform pressure testing, leak detection, evacuation and refrigerant charging. Monitor system temperatures, pressures and operating performance. Read and interpret electrical diagrams, technical drawings and equipment manuals. Complete service reports, job cards and maintenance records accurately. Attend breakdowns and emergency call-outs when required. Ensure tools, equipment and company vehicles are maintained correctly. Liaise professionally with clients and provide feedback on repairs and maintenance requirements. Ensure all work complies with health, safety, quality and environmental requirements. Identify opportunities to improve equipment reliability and energy efficiency. Provide technical support and guidance to junior technicians or assistants where required. Minimum Requirements Grade 12 / Matric. Red Seal Trade Test qualification as a Refrigeration Technician or Refrigeration Mechanic is essential. Minimum of five years' post-trade refrigeration experience . Strong experience with commercial and industrial refrigeration systems. Sound knowledge of refrigeration cycles, electrical controls and mechanical components. Proven fault-finding and diagnostic ability. Experience working with compressors, condensers, evaporators and control systems. Ability to read electrical diagrams and technical drawings. Knowledge of refrigerant handling, leak detection and system charging. Valid driver's licence. Willing and able to attend after-hours breakdowns and standby call-outs. Must be physically fit and comfortable working in plant rooms, cold rooms and confined spaces. Must be able to work independently and manage jobs from diagnosis through to completion. Reliable transport or the ability to travel to Worcester daily. Strong communication, customer-service and administrative skills. show more... For more information please contact: Oona Kriedemann Apply