Junior Service Technician
Date: May 21, 2026
Location: Sasolburg, Free State, South Africa, 1947
Company: Chart Industries
Ensuring Chart’s Success…
Howden, a Chart Industries Company, is a global engineering business that focuses on providing clients with industrial products that help multiple sectors improve their everyday processes. Howden’s core focus is on providing quality solutions for air and gas handling, and have over a century of experience in doing so.
Howden Africa Compressors & Turbines Division in Sasolburg is looking for a Junior Service Technician to provide technical, service and aftermarket customer support during field service activities on various types of compressors, fans, centrifugal, roots type blowers and turbines. Diagnosing machinery, process and operating problems on rotating machinery and auxiliary equipment.
What Will You Do?
- Ability to interpret- understand PID, drawings, manuals etc. related to all types of compressors, turbines and blowers.
- Perform service/repair on rotational equipment
- Perform service/repair on multi-brand compressors; both oil injected and oil free
- Navigate multi-brand compressor controllers to obtain data to assist in troubleshooting
- Install new equipment (Construction Job Sites, and Retrofits)
- Perform troubleshooting, repair, and preventative maintenance
- Must be able to complete tasks in a timely, self-directed manner
- Maintain positive customer relations while resolving concerns and answering questions
- Conduct statutory and insurance examinations on rotational equipment
- Diagnose errors or technical problems and determine proper solutions
- Produce timely and detailed service reports
- Follow all company procedures and protocols
- Cooperate with the technical team and share information across the organization
- Comprehend customer requirements and make appropriate recommendations
- Maintain Health and Safety on all sites as per Howden and end user standards
- Laser alignment of equipment
- Support workshop associates when required
Your Experience Should Be...
- Trade test certificate in Fitting or National Higher Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- A minimum of 2 years’ related experience in the rotating equipment field
- A high level of analytical ability is required to find solutions to technical problems, both mechanical and electrical
- Proficiency in problem-solving, process analysis, and the capacity to troubleshoot
- Reading and comprehending written technical information in the form of technical manuals, drawings, parts books, and relevant publications is essential.
- Must be medically fit to perform duties
- Must be familiar with job site safety requirements
- Computer skill set (MS Word proficient), along with strong organizational, verbal, and written communication skills
- A firm commitment to customer service excellence in all circumstances
- Basic technical knowledge of Rotating Equipment, Reciprocating Compressors, Gas Compressor Engines & Turbines. Roots and centrifugal blowers
- Valid passport holder, a valid driver’s license, and an overhead crane license.
Our Benefits Package...
Howden provides a great benefits package in addition to an attractive salary. You will work alongside highly skilled professionals on complex industrial services that make a real impact. Join Howden where performance, innovation, and people development drive success.