Leon Mentor

Senior Supermarket & Industrial Refrigeration Commissioning Engineer | Installation Supervisor | Expert in Multiplex Racks, Fault-Finding & Leak Detection

Netherlands

About

Senior Refrigeration Engineer and Technical Supervisor with 26 years of continuous, hands-on expertise specializing in supermarket infrastructure, centralized compressor packs, and parallel rack networks. Proven track record directing large-scale installations, complex electrical/mechanical fault-finding, and environmental leak detection compliance for national blue-chip clients.Expertise includes Danfoss/Carel electronic controllers, preventative engineering, and natural refrigerant transitions. Native English speaker also fluent in Afrikaans (high mutual intelligibility with Dutch).Actively seeking senior engineering or supervisory roles in the Netherlands. Eligible for the IND Fast-Track Highly Skilled Migrant Visa (2–4 week corporate processing framework). Ready to sit the European F-Gas Cat I exam upon arrival.

Experience

  • Refrigeration Engineer at Icecap Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
    Sep 2025 - Present · 10 mos

  • Refrigeration Engineer at Platinum Electric
    Dec 2018 - Sep 2025 · 6 yrs 10 mos

    •engaged in the installation, maintenance, and repair of refrigeration systems for residential, commercial, and industrial sites. •Fault finding, routine inspections. •Preventative measures to prevent breakdowns of systems. •Worked in interdisciplinary groups to develop and execute strategies for reducing energy consumption. •Doing online courses, and online newsletters addressing changes and improvements within the industry •Mentor junior apprentices, guidance under my supervision to teach them the trade. •Installing new refrigeration systems •Performing routine maintenance •Reading •Replace faulty refrigeration parts. •Troubleshooting mechanical failures •Cleaning of equipment and tools •Meeting compliance requirement documentation •Observing and testing newly installed systems •Obtains and maintains refrigerant recovery certification. •Performs both routine and complex inspections. •Processing and completing work orders. •Properly operate and maintain working tools. •Repairing and maintaining electronic equipment

  • Senior Commissioning Engineer at BLIZZARD AIR
    Aug 2011 - Dec 2018 · 7 yrs 5 mos

    •Educated entry-level technicians on safety procedures and industry standards. •Contributed to the creation of affordable methods to enhance overall effectiveness. •Versatile expert in identifying and fixing multi-system refrigeration problems. •Worked closely with clients to identify their unique requirements and develop tailored solutions. •Ensured that all service operations, equipment specs, and repairs were recorded accurately. •Installing new refrigeration systems •Performing routine maintenance •Reading •Replace faulty refrigeration parts. •Troubleshooting mechanical failures •Cleaning •Meeting compliance requirement documentation •Observing and testing newly installed systems •Obtains and maintains refrigerant recovery certification. •Performs both routine and complex inspections. •Processing and completing work orders. •Properly operate and maintain working tools. •Repairing and maintaining electronic equipment

  • Commissioning Engineer at Temp-Rite Refrigeration
    Jan 1996 - Jul 2011 · 15 yrs 7 mos