Service Manager

Communicate Recruitment · Travel required · Bachelor's Degree · 3 days ago

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Salary

≈ $21k – $41k per year (Estimated)

Location

In office (South Africa)

Seniority

Senior · 5+ years exp

Employment

Full-Time

First seen by Alion on Oct 7, 2026. Communicate Recruitment scores D on the Alion truth index.

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Communicate Recruitment

Founded in 1981, Communicate Recruitment (operating as a division of ADvTECH Resourcing) is a human resources consulting and recruitment enterprise. Headquartered in Johannesburg (Sunninghill), South Africa, with regional offices nationwide, the company specializes in specialist talent acquisition across finance, IT, digital, and engineering sectors. By combining niche sector expertise and comprehensive candidate vetting - including qualification, background, and credit verification - with permanent, contract, and temporary placement models, the organization enables commercial enterprises, multinational corporations, and job seekers across South Africa and the African continent to fill specialized technical roles, accelerate executive search, and optimize human capital management.

communicate.co.za · HQ: Johannesburg, South Africa · Recruiting & Staffing · Human Resources · 201-500 employees · Est. 1981

Job Description

Lead and manage service technicians, providing technical guidance and ongoing development
Plan and coordinate daily service activities, job scheduling, and technician resources
Oversee maintenance, fault finding, repairs, and breakdown support on refrigeration and compressor systems
Drive service improvements to increase efficiency, quality, safety, and customer satisfaction
Monitor service performance, KPIs, budgets, and operational reporting
Support customers and ensure service work is completed to required technical and industry standards

Skills & Experience

5+ years’ experience in industrial refrigeration or rotating equipment maintenance
2+ years’ experience in a service management, supervisory, or team leadership role
Strong technical knowledge of compressors, electrical systems, and PLC controls
Solid experience leading field service teams and managing service operations
Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills
Experience with industrial refrigeration systems and compressor maintenance
Willingness to travel locally and internationally

Qualifications

Diploma or higher in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
SAQCC Gas Category B8 licence will be advantageous
Valid driver’s licence

Only South African Residents or individuals with a relevant South African work permit will be considered.

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