Project Manager – Ammonia Refrigeration

About the position

A leading specialist in industrial refrigeration is looking for an experienced Project Manager with a strong background in industrial ammonia refrigeration to join their dynamic team in Cape Town. The company operates nationally and across East Africa, delivering complex, large-scale projects in this fast-growing, niche industry. This full-time role offers the opportunity to take ownership of full project lifecycles — from planning and coordination to execution, client liaison, and handover — and requires strong leadership, technical expertise, and the ability to manage cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality, safety-compliant refrigeration installations.
Responsibilities:

• Lead and execute ammonia refrigeration projects from inception to handover
  
  
• Develop time plans, define project milestones, and allocate resources
  
  
• Oversee mechanical and electrical project elements
  
  
• Supervise teams and subcontractors, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards
  
  
• Track deadlines, material deliveries, and commissioning schedules
  
  
• Collaborate with engineering teams to update specifications and drawings
  
  
• Manage budgets, monitor project costs, and ensure proper invoicing
  
  
• Conduct client meetings, prepare proposals and quotations
  
  
• Identify growth opportunities with existing clients
  
  
• Plan commissioning and oversee project handover
  
  

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience in industrial ammonia refrigeration (10+ years is advantageous)
  
  
• Engineering qualification (Diploma, B-Tech, or Degree)
  
  
• Proficiency in reading P&IDs and electrical diagrams
  
  
• Familiarity with QHSE procedures, risk assessments, and method statements
  
  
• Valid driver’s licence and passport
  
  
• Willingness to travel within South Africa and East Africa
  
  
• Strong MS Office skills and professional communication abilities
  
  
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  
  
• High attention to detail and strong documentation practices
  
  
• Advantageous: Pressure Equipment Regulations, SAQCC Gas CAT A, SANS 10147, and thermodynamics knowledge
  
  

Benefits:

• Salary: negotiable.

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