Description:
Ice Production Technician (Full-Time)
We are looking for a reliable, technically minded full-time Ice Production Technician to run the day-to-day production of our ice production facility in Paarden Eiland.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with their hands, thinks logically, and takes pride in precision, efficiency, and quality.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for every stage of production, including:
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Operating and monitoring ice-making machines and water treatment plant
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Harvesting, storing, and managing ice blocks
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Cutting ice by hand using floor and table band saws
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Drying, packing, and storing finished ice products
Quality control and meeting daily production targets
Maximising production and minimising waste through logical planning and accurate cutting
Managing an assistant while also working under a production supervisor
Key Performance Focus
Maximising production output
Minimising waste during cutting
Maintaining consistent product quality
Working efficiently and independently
Requirements
Grade 12 (Matric)
Subjects such as Maths, Technical Drawing, Woodworking, or similar will be a strong advantage
Experience working with band saws or similar machinery is highly beneficial
Technically minded, hands-on, and able to think logically
Able to work well independently and manage an assistant
Fit and healthy, as the role involves manual work and occasional heavy lifting
Reliable, detail-oriented, and safety-conscious
Location & Transport
Must live close to Paarden Eiland or have reliable personal transport
Working Hours
45 hours per week
Flexible days and hours may be required to meet production demands
Saturdays paid at normal rate
Sundays paid at 1.5× rate
Public holidays paid at 2× rate
Pay
R60 per hour
Paid weekly
Start Date
Immediate start required
How to Apply
Interested candidates must email the following documents to
hqice.jobs@gmail.com
Please include:
Most recent CV
South African ID
Passport and valid working permit (if applicable)
Proof of address
Matric certificate
Any additional qualifications or certifications