Utilities Artisan

Company: RCL Foods
Reference Number: RCL251014-1
Location: Krugersdorp, Gauteng, South Africa
Department: Engineering – Pies Division
Job Type: Permanent
Closing Date: 24 October 2025

Job Overview:

RCL Foods is seeking a skilled Utilities Artisan to join their Engineering team in Krugersdorp. The role focuses on maintaining, repairing, and optimizing key utilities systems including ammonia/freon refrigeration, boilers, air compressors, and electrical reticulation. The goal is to ensure operational efficiency, equipment safety, and compliance with regulatory standards.

Minimum Requirements:

Education:
- N3 in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering or Refrigeration
Certification:
- Trade Test (mechanical/electrical/refrigeration)
- Registered with SAQCC GAS

Key Responsibilities:

Daily Plant Inspections
- Check plant rooms, condensers, valve stations, spiral freezers, chillers, boilers, and air compressors
Preventative Maintenance
- Execute maintenance tasks per schedule and work orders
Troubleshooting & Repairs
- Quickly identify faults and perform efficient repairs
Safety Compliance
- Adhere to OHS Act, SANS 10147, ammonia handling rules, PPE usage, and safety protocols for pressure vessels and critical valves
Documentation & Process Improvement
- Maintain logs, develop SOPs, root cause analyses, and standard work routines
Operate Maintenance Equipment
- Use lifting machinery and tools as needed
Quality & Housekeeping
- Maintain cleanliness, product safety, and quality standards
Training & Supervision
- Support apprentices and assistants, and work with senior technicians
Emergency Response Preparedness
- Receive training in emergency procedures and safety equipment (e.g., “buddy-buddy” system)
General Duties:
- Perform other utility-related tasks as assigned

Core Skills & Knowledge:

Strong mechanical and electrical troubleshooting skills
In-depth understanding of ammonia refrigeration systems
Knowledge of industrial safety protocols and compliance standards
Ability to read technical diagrams and maintain accurate records
Team player with strong communication and documentation skills
Able to work independently and under pressure

This is an ideal opportunity for a qualified artisan who is safety-conscious, technically skilled, and ready to contribute to efficient plant operations in a food manufacturing environment.

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Utilities Artisan