Refrigeration Technician

Sea Harvest Group, a leading seafood and marine products company, is seeking a skilled Refrigeration Technician to join our Sea Harvest Australia team in Fremantle, Western Australia.

• Position Details
• Position Title
• Refrigeration Technician
• Division
• Marine Engineering
• Location
• Fremantle, Western Australia
• Employment Status
• Permanent Full-time
• Reports to
• Refrigeration Supervisor
• Visa Details
• 482 (4 year) visa (renewable or possible PR after 2 years)
• Position Summary
• Install, repair and troubleshoot marine related refrigeration and climate control (HVAC) systems
• Key Responsibilities
• Health, Safety, Environment, Quality
• Identify and mitigate safety hazards.
• Ensure compliance with PPE policies and safe working procedures.
• Participate in safety training and environmental risk assessment.
• Commit to sustainable use of natural resources.
• Production
• Process and complete internal and external customer work orders.
• Read and interpret blueprints and compliance schematics.
• Conduct installations of refrigeration and air-conditioning piping and equipment in accordance with on-site design, plans and specifications to Australian Standards.
• Conduct pressure testing, evacuate and charge refrigeration systems.
• Problem solve, dismantle and repair malfunctioning refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment.
• Field running, testing and commissioning of completed refrigeration systems.
• Test, repair and connect wiring to electric power source within electrical license restrictions.
• Replace worn seals, outer shells and worn-out motors.
• Keep abreast of technological advances within refrigeration and advise on recommended equipment upgrades and alternate units where practical.
• All other additional tasks that may be assigned by the Company from time to time, within the employee's scope and capabilities.
• Core Values & Behavioural Standards
• Safety, Teamwork, Accountability, Respect.
• Essential Selection Criteria
• Refrigeration trade certificate.
• Refrigerant handling license.
• Minimum 3-5 years marine refrigeration experience.
• Minimum 4.5 result (IELTS) English Literacy Test
• Ability to work unsupervised.
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to read and interpret plans and drawings.
• Demonstrated marine refrigeration techniques.
• Braising / soldering skills (preferred)
• Physical Requirements
• Able to lift 10-20 kilograms.
• Manoeuvre in confined spaces and work at heights.
• Work in hot and noisy environments.
• Hours of Duty
• Monday to Thursday : 7 : 00 am - 3 : 15 pm
• Friday : 7 : 00 am - 2 : 30 pm

This opportunity is open to South Africans willing to relocate to Perth, Australia. Sea Harvest Group covers all travel and relocation costs.

The Company will assist in sourcing suitable accommodation for the successful applicants. Associated costs however will be the responsibility of the applicant.