Thursday, September 17, 2026

Refrigeration Technician — Commercial, QSR & Supermarket Systems

Job overview

Refrigeration Technician — Commercial, QSR & Supermarket Systems is available at Quality Catering Equipment (Zambia) Limited in Lusaka. Review the job description, requirements, closing date and application details below.

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You’ll be the technical backbone of our service delivery, installing, maintaining and repairing commercial refrigeration equipment at client sites — from walk-in cold rooms and display cabinets to ice machines and QSR kitchen refrigeration. This role suits a hands-on technician with solid commercial refrigeration experience who takes pride in getting equipment back up and running quickly and doing the job right the first time. Key Responsibilities • Install, service, maintain and repair commercial refrigeration equipment (cold rooms, walk-in freezers/coolers, display cabinets, ice machines and related systems) for QSR, supermarket and general commercial clients. • Diagnose mechanical, electrical and refrigerant-circuit faults efficiently and carry out effective repairs. • Carry out scheduled preventive maintenance to minimise breakdowns and extend equipment lifespan. • Respond promptly to breakdown call-outs, including after-hours and on-call work as required. • Handle refrigerants safely and in line with health, safety and environmental regulations. • Complete accurate job cards, service reports and client documentation for each visit. • Communicate professionally with clients on-site, explaining faults, repairs and recommendations clearly. • Identify and order required parts and manage workshop stock responsibly. • Provide supervision, guidance and on-the-job mentoring to junior technicians and apprentices. What We’re Looking For • 3–5+ years’ hands-on experience in commercial refrigeration (QSR, supermarket, cold room or general commercial settings preferred). • Recognised trade certificate/qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (or equivalent). • Solid working knowledge of refrigerants, compressors, electrical controls and refrigeration circuits. • Valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record. • Willingness to be on a call-out roster and work after-hours when needed. • Strong troubleshooting ability and confidence working independently on-site. • Good communication skills and a professional, customer-focused manner. • A team player who can support the business’s growth though quality focussed contributions. What We Offer • A competitive salary, commensurate with experience. • Steady, varied work with established QSR, supermarket and commercial clients. • A supportive, hands-on team environment within a growing local business. • Opportunities to develop further technical skills on the job. • Company mobile phone plus airtime & data. How to Apply Please send your CV, along with details of your relevant experience and qualifications, to gm@qualitycateringequipment.com with the subject line “Refrigeration Technician Application”. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

Requirements

required. • Handle refrigerants safely and in line with health, safety and environmental regulations. • Complete accurate job cards, service reports and client documentation for each visit. • Communicate professionally with clients on-site, explaining faults, repairs and recommendations clearly. • Identify and order required parts and manage workshop stock responsibly. • Provide supervision, guidance and on-the-job mentoring to junior technicians and apprentices. What We’re Looking For • 3–5+ years’ hands-on experience in commercial refrigeration (QSR, supermarket, cold room or general commercial settings preferred). • Recognised trade certificate/qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (or equivalent). • Solid working knowledge of refrigerants, compressors, electrical controls and refrigeration circuits. • Valid driver’s license, with a clean driving record. • Willingness to be on a call-out roster and work after-hours when needed. • Strong troubleshooting ability and confidence working independently on-site. • Good communication skills and a professional, customer-focused manner. • A team player who can support the business’s growth though quality focussed contributions. What We Offer • A competitive salary, commensurate with experience. • Steady, varied work with established QSR, supermarket and commercial clients. • A supportive, hands-on team environment within a growing local business. • Opportunities to develop further technical skills on the job. • Company mobile phone plus airtime & data. How to Apply Please send your CV, along with details of your relevant experience and qualifications, to gm@qualitycateringequipment.com with the subject line “Refrigeration Technician Application”. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.

How to apply

Salary: Not specified

Email: gm@qualitycateringequipment.com

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