Refrigeration Mechanic (Supermarket Maintenance)

How2Apply Talent Network
East London, Eastern Cape
Full-time
Posted 1 hour ago
Full-time Trades & Services Code 08
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Job Description

Keep cold rooms cold and offices cool for the air-conditioning maintenance company in East London. This role rewards consistency more than flash.

You'll report in East London. Relocation is not covered for this one. Shifts rotate, so you'll need to be flexible about days and nights.

The work, day to day

  • Recover refrigerant into cylinders and log every kilogram used
  • Check chiller log sheets and water treatment on building service visits
  • Service cold rooms, display fridges and freezers on planned maintenance routes
  • Complete service reports on a tablet and have the site manager sign them
  • Install split units, cassettes and ducted systems, including brazing and vacuum work
  • Diagnose faulty compressors, fans, contactors and control boards
  • Replace thermostatic expansion valves and electronic controllers

Must-haves

  • Code 08 driver's licence, since the job is mostly on the road
  • Understanding of single- and three-phase control circuits
  • SAQCC Gas registration as an authorised person for refrigerants
  • Comfortable on roofs and ladders in summer heat
  • At least 2 years servicing commercial or residential systems
  • Brazing, flaring and vacuum skills you can demonstrate

What you get

  • Gauge manifold, vacuum pump and recovery unit issued to you
  • Company vehicle with a fitted tool rack
  • Manufacturer training on new equipment ranges
  • Standby pay for weekend fridge breakdowns

Applying, step by step

  1. Make sure the role, the hours and working in East London really suit you before you apply.
  2. Have the following on hand (clear photos on your phone are fine at first): refrigeration trade or occupational certificate, SAQCC Gas card plus a clear copy of your ID.
  3. Fill in the short form below with your name and a phone number you actually answer.
  4. Keep your phone on. Shortlisted applicants are contacted by call, SMS or WhatsApp within 6 working days.

Your application joins the How2Apply talent pool for this role, and we put shortlisted people forward to employers hiring in and around East London.

Applying is free. Nobody from How2Apply will ever ask you to pay for anything to get this job.

How to stand out

  • Say which refrigerants and system types you have worked on. A recruiter for supermarket work wants to see CO2 or large rack systems.
  • Your SAQCC Gas card must be current. Put the expiry date on your CV so nobody has to ask.

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Job details
SalaryDiscussed at interview
Job TypeFull-time
LocationEast London, Eastern Cape
CategoryTrades & Services
Experience5+ years
LicenseCode 08
Posted11 October 2026
Closing Date11 November 2026
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