About the position
Create a career legacy with your impact in Ammonia Refrigeration Projects. Is this you? What you'll be doing Where you'll be doing it What you'll need What you'll get How to apply Please note: This position is for 2026. Our team is currently on a well-deserved break over the holiday season, we will review all applications as soon as we return. Rest assured, we'll get back to you promptly once operations resume. Thank you for your patience and understanding, we wish you a joyful festive season!
You're a results-driven leader who takes pride in delivering high-quality outcomes. With strong communication skills, a proactive mindset, and a knack for problem-solving, you thrive in client-facing roles and handle pressure with professionalism. You're organised, tech-savvy, and uphold ethical standards while managing multiple priorities independently or as part of a team.
You'll manage complex industrial ammonia refrigeration projects from planning to commissioning across South and East Africa. From developing project timelines and resource allocation to supervising installation teams and subcontractors, you'll ensure each project meets rigorous safety, quality, and client standards. Your role will also involve updating engineering documents, tracking budgets, and generating client proposals. With opportunities to lead strategic client meetings and explore growth opportunities, this role offers a dynamic and rewarding leadership challenge.
You'll be joining a leading specialist in industrial refrigeration, known for delivering technical excellence and tailored solutions throughout Africa. With a strong footprint in the industry and a team-oriented culture, this company values high standards, innovation, and professional development.
You'll need at least 5 years' experience managing industrial ammonia refrigeration projects (10+ years is a plus). An engineering qualification (Diploma, B-Tech or Degree) is essential, along with strong project cost control, knowledge of QHSE practices, and the ability to read P&IDs and wiring diagrams. You should be willing to travel, hold a valid passport and driver's licence, and be confident writing proposals and technical reports.
A full-time, Cape Town-based role with travel opportunities across South Africa, exposure to diverse projects, and the chance to be part of a team shaping the future of refrigeration engineering.
For a confidential discussion please contact Katharina on Linkedin, [Phone Number Removed]; or send your CV to [Email Address Removed].
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Desired Skills:
- ammonia refrigeration
- HVAC
- engineering
- project management
- leadership
- Communication
- Customer Service
Desired Work Experience:
- 5 to 10 years
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree
