Refrigeration Technician

About the role

The Refrigeration Technician will install, maintain, test and repair climate‑control, cooling and refrigeration systems at the Iduapriem Gold Mine. The role ensures that equipment operates safely, efficiently and reliably to meet temperature, humidity and air‑quality standards required for mining operations.

Key responsibilities

• Carry out preventive maintenance and routine inspections on HVAC, refrigeration and industrial kitchen equipment according to schedules and supervisor directives.
• Diagnose faults, perform timely repairs and complete planned maintenance to maintain high equipment availability.
• Ensure all work complies with technical, HSE, LOTO, refrigerant handling and gas safety standards.
• Coordinate health and safety aspects of engineering activities, including contractor safety management and risk assessments.
• Prepare for HSE audits and support the management of effluent containment facilities.
• Maintain accurate maintenance and service records to support engineering operations.

Required profile

• HND in Electrical or Electronics Engineering from a recognised institution.
• Certified HVAC Technician or equivalent accreditation.
• 4‑6 years of experience installing and maintaining heating, ventilation, air‑conditioning and industrial kitchen equipment in a mining environment.
• Strong understanding of workplace safety requirements and procedures.
• Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision and report incidents promptly.
• Valid Ghanaian driver’s licence.

Required skills

• HVAC system installation and maintenance.
• Refrigeration system diagnostics and repair.
• Industrial kitchen equipment servicing.
• Electrical circuit analysis and schematics interpretation.
• Refrigerant handling and gas safety procedures.