Company:
McCain Foods
Industry: Food Services
Deadline: Not specified
Job Type: Full Time
Experience: 2 – 4 years
Location: Gauteng
Province: Springs
Field: Engineering / TechnicalĀ
PURPOSE OF THE JOB:
- To install, maintain, and repair industrial ammonia refrigeration systems. This role is critical for ensuring the optimal performance of refrigeration equipment in compliance with safety standards, environmental regulations, and company policies.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot Ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Perform routine and preventive maintenance on compressors, condensers, evaporators, pumps, vessels, valves, and associated control systems.
- Monitor system performance and make necessary adjustments to maintain optimal operating conditions.
- Detect and repair refrigerant leaks, and ensure proper documentation and compliance with SANS.
- Respond promptly to refrigeration alarms or system failures.
- Maintain logs and records of system readings, maintenance activities, and inspections.
- Follow all safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE at all times.
- Support and comply with HACCP, GMP, OSHA, and food safety requirements
- Assist in training junior technicians or facility staff on refrigeration procedures and safety.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Certifications:
- Grade 12, and Qualified Trade Test as Fitter, Millwright or Refrigeration Technician.
Experience:
- Minimum of 2-4 years post trade test of experience working with ammonia refrigeration systems.
- Strong knowledge of industrial refrigeration systems and control systems (e.g. Grasso, Mycoms, Vilters, Danfoss, Parker).
Skills and Knowledge:
- Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics.
- Good troubleshooting and mechanical skills.
- Must be able to work in a physically demanding environment including extreme temperatures and tight spaces.
- Willingness to work Standby and weekend.
- Must have own transport.
