Wiehahn Van Der Westhuizen
Johannesburg
Summary
Experienced in diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues, ensuring top-notch service and customer satisfaction. Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems, maintaining equipment for optimal performance. Consistently focused on delivering prompt and reliable solutions.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Service Technician
Ice Age Management
Johannesburg, South Africa
11.2025 - Current
- Maintained and fixed electrical and pneumatic controls, HVAC systems
- Updated refrigeration systems, modifying HVAC components and refurbishing chiller plants and panels.
- Maintained safety standards by using appropriate protective gear and adhering to best practices.
- 24/7 breakdowns / standby services
- Refrigeration monitoring / BMS
- Electrical fault finding
- Electrical switch overs
- Education Planning electrical plant shutdowns for maintenance
- Store maintenance planing(Plumbing,Painting,electrical shut-downs for
switch gear maintenance, installations and preventative maintenance) - Stayed current on industry advancements in technology to provide informed recommendations for clients seeking new solutions or upgrades to existing systems.
- Clients (Food Lovers Market, Spar, Local Butcheries)
Technician
LKS Cooling
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2023 - 10.2025
- Conducted diagnostic tests and read results.
- Resolved process inaccuracies while monitoring performance, site safety and project status.
- Used technical skills, tools, and techniques like soldering to repair parts
- Assisted electrical maintenance shutdowns
- Updated refrigeration systems, modifying HVAC components and refurbishing chiller plants and panels.
- Maintained safety standards by using appropriate protective gear and adhering to
best practices. - 24/7 breakdowns / standby services
- Refrigeration monitoring / BMS
- Electrical fault finding
- Electrical switch over.
- Planning electrical plant shutdowns for maintenance
Senior Apprentice/Junior Technician
AEIM Refrigeration
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Assist technicians on services
- Assist technicians on breakdowns
- Keep tools and spares in good order
- Stock control of spares and consumables
- Electrical maintenance on breakdowns
- Basic maintenance
- Fix and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning components
- Pipe work on refrigeration systems.
Apprentice Technician
Master Refrigeration
Johannesburg, South Africa
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Assist technicians on services
- Assist technicians on breakdowns
- Keep tools and spares in good order
- Stock control of spares and consumables
- Electrical maintenance on breakdowns
- Basic maintenance
- Fix and maintain refrigeration and air conditioning components
- Pipe work on refrigeration systems.
Education
Matric - Electrical & Mechanical
School Of Achievement
Boksburg, GPSkills
- Equipment maintenance
- HVAC troubleshooting
- Electrical fault finding
- Refrigeration monitoring
- Safety compliance
- Proactive learning
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Tools and equipment handling
- Emergency callout assistance
- Technical adaptability
- Equipment diagnostics
- Customer Service
Languages
Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
English
Advanced
C1
Interests
- Fishing
- Camping
- Sports
- Adventure
Timeline
Service Technician
Ice Age Management
11.2025 - Current
Technician
LKS Cooling
01.2023 - 10.2025
Senior Apprentice/Junior Technician
AEIM Refrigeration
01.2021 - 12.2022
Apprentice Technician
Master Refrigeration
01.2020 - 12.2020
Matric - Electrical & Mechanical
School Of Achievement