AVI Limited Jobs Openings as Refrigeration Techician 2026
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AVI Limited Jobs Openings as Refrigeration Techician 2026
Job Details
Division = I&J
Minimum experience = Associate
Company primary industry = Manufacturing
Job functional area = Engineering
Job Description
At I&J, part of AVI, we combine close to 115 years of excellence with a forward-thinking approach to the fishing industry. As a leader in premium seafood, including Cape Hake and farmed Cape Abalone, we are committed to sustainability, innovation, and empowering local communities. Our latest innovation, Air-Fri’kn Amazing, brings bold flavours and crispy perfection to your air fryer, showcasing our passion for quality and customer-centric excellence.
Why Join I&J?
Industry Leader: Work with a renowned brand known for premium Cape Hake and farmed Abalone.
Sustainability Focused: Contribute to responsible fishing practices with MSC accreditation.
Community Impact: Be part of a company that empowers and invests in local communities.
Your Next Career Move Starts Here! Join our I&J Trawling Division in the Waterfront, Cape Town as a REFRIGERATION TECHNICIAN and play a key role in performing preventative and corrective maintenance on all refrigeration equipment like Ammonia and other relevant gas systems as well as Heating and Ventilation Air Conditioning system (HVAC) equipment on-board the vessels, Ice Plant and all I&J Trawling Division facilities.
Reports to: Refrigeration Superintendent
Key Areas of Impact:
- Repairs and maintenance on ammonia refrigeration equipment on both the vessels and on shore.
- Repairs and maintenance on refrigeration equipment other than ammonia on the vessels and on shore.
- Repairs and maintenance on minor electrical installations.
- Install compressors, motors, condensers, evaporators, filters, switches, controls and gauges where necessary.
- Install, rebuild, replace or repair fans, motors, thermostats, fuses, filters, bearings, valves, controls, gaskets and other equipment when required.
- Conduct regular preventive maintenance inspections of refrigeration units, isolated heating and ventilating units, including boilers, gas and electrically operated air-conditioning equipment.
- 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.
- Repairs and maintenance on spiral and plate freezers.
- Repairs and maintenance on the ice plant and slurry ice makers.
- Maintain related records concerning time, labour and materials and maintain logging of these tasks.
- Performed and write reports as required.
- Test non ammonia systems for leaks and fill with refrigerant according to relevant standards and regulations.
About You:
Qualifications, Skills and Experience:
- A minimum NQF 4 qualification as Refrigeration Technician or
- The ideal candidate will hold an Electrical or Mechanical qualification.
- Grade 12 / Matric
Additional Requirements that will enhance your impact for success:
- Safe handling of Refrigerants. Category B Ammonia Refrigeration Practitioner/ Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Practitioner would be advantageous
- Current knowledge of SANS 10147
- Own reliable transport
- Current knowledge of Ammonia refrigeration equipment
What It Takes to Succeed:
Experience that set you up for success:
- Minimum 5 years’ experience as a Refrigeration Technician working with Ammonia
Important Note:
This will determine whether you are accepted or not accepted here. Please see the qualification requirements listed above and submit your qualified application about AVI Limited Jobs Openings as Refrigeration Techician 2026. If within 30 days you have not received a response from the Company, state that you do not meet the qualifications for the job vacancy, and please look for a job vacancy other than this page. Good luck and good luck
Closing Date: 30 December 2025
Don't miss this opportunity to start your career at AVI Limited Jobs Openings as Refrigeration Techician 2026!
Interested and qualified candidates can apply through the following application link.