Refrigeration Cooling Technician

About the position

Cooling Technician - Refrigeration
Design and Install Cutting-Edge Cold Storage Solutions Across Africa
Refrigeration Engineering | R30 000 - R34 000 | Gauteng-Based Role Requiring Relocation to Zimbabwe

About Our Client
Our client is a UK-based company delivering high-impact cold storage and refrigeration systems tailored to food and agricultural sectors across Africa. Known for their commitment to innovation and sustainability, they support businesses across emerging markets with reliable, energy-efficient cooling technologies.
Their projects span multiple African countries, and they are actively expanding into new markets. This is an opportunity to join a forward-thinking company that values technical excellence, regional knowledge, and long-term developmental impact.

The Role: Cooling Technician - Refrigeration
You will play a crucial role in engineering and implementing cold room and refrigeration systems for agri-businesses and food storage companies across Africa. The position is home-based (Gauteng preferred) but requires frequent travel across Southern and Eastern Africa, with relocation to Zimbabwe. Working UK hours, you'll manage both technical design and client interaction.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the development of cold storage solutions for new markets and industries across Africa
• Design technical specifications and select components for cold rooms and refrigeration systems
• Prepare technical and commercial proposals tailored to client needs
• Oversee supplier and installer quality assurance, including design reviews and compliance checks
• Provide post-installation support including troubleshooting and technical assistance

About You

• 5 to 10 years of hands-on experience in refrigeration or a related mechanical/electrical field
• Diploma, degree, or technical qualification in refrigeration or a closely related area
• Based in or experienced with the Southern or Eastern African market
• Strong MS Office skills, especially Excel - will be thoroughly assessed in interview
• Comfortable with frequent travel and possible relocation to Zimbabwe
• Independent, resourceful, and capable of working as a freelancer, contractor, or employee
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of accountability and customer service

Desired Skills:

• Refrigeration
• Mechanical Engineering
• MS Office
• Excel
• Travel
• Cold Storage Solutions
• Design
• Proposals

Desired Work Experience:

• 5 to 10 years

Desired Qualification Level:

• Degree