Wondering Breath

Technical professional with 10+ years of hands-on experience installing, servicing and repairing commercial refrigeration and branded cooler systems across retail, restaurant and multi-site environments. Experienced in preventive maintenance, refrigerant handling, mechanical and electrical fault-finding, control systems, plumbing and independent field-based work. Experienced in leading and coordinating technical teams, training technical personnel, managing contractors and coordinating multi-site maintenance activities.

Comfortable working in cold environments, mechanical noise, and on-call situations; physically fit and able to lift and move heavy equipment. Currently progressing through Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) towards Red Seal Trade Certification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning. Additional multi-trade experience in plumbing, electrical, and general building maintenance.

Apprentice Plumber at Jurgens Plumbers & Contractors (2026-04 – Present)

• Support multi-trade site operations involving water reticulation, drainage, mechanical fittings and general site maintenance.
• Assist with pipework installation and interpretation of technical drawings.
• Coordinate with contractors while working to SANS standards and OHS requirements.

Facilities & Maintenance Lead / Multi-Trade Technical Support at Pro-Plan Developments (Pty) Ltd (2016-05 – 2026-03)

• Installed, serviced and repaired commercial refrigeration units and branded coolers across retail, restaurant and multi-site portfolios, including KFC and other food-service clients.
• Performed preventive maintenance: coil and filter cleaning, part replacement, refrigerant recovery, leak detection, pressure testing, gas charging and oil sampling.
• Diagnosed and repaired mechanical and electrical faults on compressors, fans, thermostats, sensors, control circuits and wiring.
• Responded to emergency and on-call service requests across multiple locations.
• Carried out plumbing and mechanical maintenance involving pipework, boilers, pumps, drainage and sanitary systems.
• Supported electrical work on distribution boards, control panels and backup power systems.
• Assisted with general building fabric tasks as required, including glass, tiling, drywall, painting, waterproofing and basic construction support.
• Led and coordinated several technical maintenance teams across multiple sites, allocating work, monitoring progress and supporting day-to-day service delivery.
• Trained and supported technical personnel in maintenance procedures, equipment servicing, fault-finding and safe work practices.
• Coordinated contractors, technical personnel and client requirements across multiple maintenance activities and service locations.
• Managed tools, spare parts and inventory, including identifying required parts and ordering stock and replacement components from suppliers for routine and emergency maintenance.
• Maintained availability of required parts and materials to support field technicians and urgent service work.
• Maintained service records and built strong client relationships while following all Health & Safety regulations.
• Supported maintenance operations across major client environments including Capitec Bank, Momentum Metropolitan Group, South Bakels, Caltex/Astron Energy and Eldorado Fresh.

Receiving & Operations Supervisor at Zero Appliances (2015-01 – 2016-04)

• Managed receiving, stock allocation, dispatch and inventory control for commercial refrigeration and heating products.

Basic Ambulance Assistant (BAA / BLS) at Netcare 911 / Netcare Olivedale (2014-03 – 2014-12)

• Full function on ambulance and at sporting events, maintaining HPCSA standards.

Duty Manager / Control Room & Training Supervisor at Fidelity Security Group & ISMS (2011-01 – 2014-02)

• Managed control-room operations, CCTV, access control and fire-alarm systems.
• Facilitated OHS, fire-safety, evacuation and security training.

Facility & Site Operations Manager at Camp David (2008-01 – 2010-12)

• Oversaw full site maintenance including geysers, pumps, boreholes, electrical lines, gas systems and generators.
• Managed site staff and OHS compliance.

National Senior Certificate in Matric – Hoërskool Florida (2006)