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  • Full Time
  • Krugersdorp, South Africa

RCL Foods

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RCL FOODS is a leading African food producer in South Africa with a market capitalisation of R13 billion and employing more than 20,000 people in operations across South and Southern Africa. We manufacture a wide range of branded and private label food products, which we distribute through our own route-to-market supply chain specialist, Vector Logistics.

Utilities Artisan

  • Job Type: Full Time
  • Qualification: Matric
  • Experience: 3 years
  • Location: Gauteng
  • City: Krugersdorp
  • Job Field: Engineering / Technical

Are you a skilled artisan with a passion for keeping operations running smoothly? RCL Foods is looking for a Utilities Artisan to join our dynamic Pies Division team. The purpose of the role is to be responsible for daily inspections, preventative maintenance, and troubleshooting to prevent downtime and ensure peak performance.

The Utilities Artisan will maintain, install, and repair utilities equipment, including ammonia and freon refrigeration systems, boilers, air compressors, and electrical reticulation. This ensures safe and efficient operation while adhering to industry standards and safety protocols.

Minimum Requirements

  • N3 mechanical/electrical engineering/Refrigeration
  • Trade test
  • Minimum of 3 years working with ammonia and freon refrigeration systems
  • Working knowledge of operation and maintenance of utilities equipment
  • Registration with SAQCC GAS
  • CAT B Ammonia

Duties & Responsibilities

  • Daily Plant Inspections: Check various components like plant rooms, condensers, valve stations, spiral freezers, chillers, boilers, and air compressors.
  • Preventative Maintenance: Perform scheduled maintenance tasks from work orders and time allocations.
  • Troubleshooting and Repairs: Identify and resolve issues around utilities equipment.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to PPE protocols and all safety regulations related to ammonia handling, pressure vessels, critical valves, and other statutory requirements as per the OHS Act, SANS 10147, and other relevant regulations.
  • Documentation: Keep detailed records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs. Develop quick fix routines, standard work instructions, and root cause analysis for breakdowns within areas of responsibility.
  • Operating Equipment: Operate lifting machinery and other equipment required for maintenance tasks.
  • Quality Control: Ensure all quality, housekeeping, safety, and production standards are adhered to.
  • Training and Supervision: Assist experienced technicians and provide training to apprentices and assistants.
  • Emergency Response: Obtain training in emergency procedures and safety equipment usage, including the “buddy-buddy” system.
  • Perform any other related jobs that may be assigned from time to time.

Knowledge and Skills

  • Knowledge of Ammonia Refrigeration: A thorough understanding of ammonia refrigeration systems, including their components and operation.
  • Mechanical and Electrical Skills: Strong mechanical and electrical skills for maintenance and repair tasks.
  • Safety Expertise: Familiarity with safety protocols and procedures related to utilities equipment, ammonia handling, and working in a hazardous environment.
  • Troubleshooting and Problem-Solving: The ability to diagnose and resolve issues with refrigeration systems.
  • Communication and Teamwork: Effective communication skills to collaborate with other technicians and supervisors.
  • Documentation and Record-Keeping: Accurate record-keeping of maintenance activities and inspections.

Deadline: 22nd November, 2025

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply through the RCL Foods recruitment portal.

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