Refrigeration Technician at AVI Limited

Job Description

I&J is a leading fishing company and manufacturer of high quality chilled and frozen foods. For more than 100 years, I&J has been a trusted name in seafood – it operates a modern and efficient fleet and continues to train and develop experienced fishing crews committed to fishing responsibly, with a long-term vision.

An opportunity exists for a Refrigeration Technician at I&J in Paarden Eiland (VAP). The successful incumbent will be responsible to perform preventative and corrective maintenance on all refrigeration equipment (ammonia and other relevant gas systems), processing equipment and the heating and ventilation air conditioning system (HVAC).

Minimum Requirements:

Experience:

3 – 5 years’ practical refrigeration experience, preferably with ammonia gas

Qualifications:

• Grade 12 / Matric / NQF4
• SA refrigeration trade test pass

Technical Competencies & Knowledge:

• Certified as an ammonia refrigeration technician/mechanic preferable
• Safe handling of Refrigerants – Category B (Ammonia refrigeration Practitioner/ Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Practitioner) preferable

Key Performance Areas:

• Repairs and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration equipment
• Repairs and maintenance on refrigeration equipment other than ammonia
• Repairs and maintenance on Spiral freezers as well as plate freezers
• Repairs and maintenance on ice plant and slurry ice makers
• Repairs and maintenance on minor electrical installations
• Install parts such as compressors, motors, condensers, evaporators, filters, switches, controls and gauges
• Install, rebuild, replace or repair fans, motors, thermostats, fuses, filters, bearings, valves, controls, gaskets and other equipment as necessary.
• Maintain related records concerning time, labour and materials; maintain log of tasks performed and write reports as required
• Test non ammonia systems for leaks and then fill them with refrigerant according to relevant standards and regulations
• Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air-conditioning equipment, and make necessary adjustments or repairs; service and repair evaporative coolers
• Operate a variety of hand and power tools, welder torch, vacuum pump, test equipment utilized in the trade and a motor vehicle; maintain equipment in an effective and safe working condition; maintain parts and tool inventory.