Junior Refrigeration Technician

Who are we?

We are the market leader in commercial real estate services and investments, offering our clients across Africa and the Middle East an integrated range of high-quality real estate services, including facilities management, advisory and transaction services, and project management.

We primarily support corporate clients who procure services on a contractual basis throughout the Middle East and Africa, and even globally, depending on their portfolio.

Why choose us?

Imagine more than just the future of work — with CBRE Excellerate, you can help shape it. Within our leading international group, you will discover a culture that encourages entrepreneurship, where your outstanding work is not only valued but also celebrated. Collaborate with talented people, benefit from exceptional resources, and thrive both professionally and personally throughout your career journey.

1. About the position

The main purpose of this role is to support preventive and reactive maintenance of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems across CBRE Excellerate managed facilities. The Junior Refrigeration Technician carries out routine servicing, basic fault finding and repairs on DX units, freezers, cold rooms, VRV/VRF and split systems under appropriate supervision, while maintaining HSE and service-quality standards.

2. Decision Making Authority

This position has the authority to:

• Carry out assigned PPM and reactive work orders within competency level.
• Isolate equipment and report unsafe conditions immediately.
• Identify defective parts and recommend materials for supervisor review.
• Perform basic troubleshooting and functional checks after maintenance.
• Escalate complex faults and refrigerant issues to the Senior Technician or Technical Supervisor.

3. Experience / Education

• ITI/Certificate/Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning, HVAC or equivalent.
• Minimum 2+ years relevant hands-on experience in refrigeration/HVAC maintenance.
• Practical exposure to DX units, split units, freezers, cold rooms and preferably VRV/VRF systems.
• Facilities Management experience preferred.

4. Skills Required

• Routine refrigeration and AC maintenance
• Basic fault finding and component replacement
• Basic brazing, vacuuming and refrigerant charging
• Safe use of hand tools and test instruments
• Work-order/CAFM reporting

5. Knowledge Required

• Basic refrigeration cycle
• DX, split AC, freezer and cold room operation
• Basic VRV/VRF principles
• Preventive and reactive maintenance
• Refrigerant safety
• PTW, LOTO and HSE requirements