Artisan: Refrigerant at The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC)

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