Posted 24 June, 2026
Industrial Refrigeration Engineer
Enterprise Recruitment
Ashburton, CAN, NZ
Full Time
Reference: 46e04e6c15635fc6
Job Description
Refrigeration maintenance, service, upgrade projects in a progressive manufacturing plant. Our client is a well-loved New Zealand brand and a global leader in the food and beverage sector. With decades of success behind them and continued growth year-on-year, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a business that invests in both its people and its future.
The Opportunity
We’re on the lookout for an experienced Industrial Refrigeration Engineer to play a key role at a modern, high-performing production site.
This is a hands-on, site-based role where you’ll become the go-to expert for all refrigeration systems , working across ammonia and freon plant equipment. You’ll be central to keeping operations running smoothly while also contributing to exciting upcoming projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
If you’re looking for a stable role with variety, career progression, and the chance to work on impactful projects, this could be your next move.
Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat: /
The Opportunity
We’re on the lookout for an experienced Industrial Refrigeration Engineer to play a key role at a modern, high-performing production site.
This is a hands-on, site-based role where you’ll become the go-to expert for all refrigeration systems , working across ammonia and freon plant equipment. You’ll be central to keeping operations running smoothly while also contributing to exciting upcoming projects.
What You’ll Be Doing
- Diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing industrial refrigeration, HVAC, and cooling systems
- Maintaining plant performance through proactive servicing and component replacement
- Supporting major upgrades and projects, including a new ammonia plant installation
- Identifying equipment needs and helping optimise plant performance
- Bringing ideas to the table to improve reliability, efficiency, and safety
- NZQA Level 4 trade or similar qualification in refrigeration (essential)
- 3–5 years’ experience in industrial refrigeration , ideally with ammonia and/or freon systems
- Strong fault-finding skills and a practical, solutions-focused mindset
- A limited electrical licence is a bonus — or willingness to obtain one (full support provided)
- Someone who is already based in NZ is highly preferred
- Work in a world-class food manufacturing environment
- Be part of exciting capital projects and ongoing plant development
- Clear pathways for growth, including progression into leadership roles
- A supportive, down-to-earth team with strong technical capability
- A company that genuinely values your development and wellbeing
If you’re looking for a stable role with variety, career progression, and the chance to work on impactful projects, this could be your next move.
Apply now or reach out for a confidential chat: /
