Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration Apprentice , Data Center

CBRE Asia Pacific; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Data Center Solutions in Melbourne is seeking an enthusiastic Data Center Apprentice to support preventive maintenance and repairs in a live facility.

You will learn to inspect mechanical and electrical systems, read meters from UPS and PDUs, and assist in documenting maintenance activities while working a 12-hour shift.

Qualifications

• Completed Year 10/12 and enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year college program or technical study.
• Australian Citizen with NV1 vetting or detailed background check process.
• Working toward Certificate III Electrotechnology Electrical / Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or Electrical.
• Ability to meet physical requirements and to learn mechanical and electrical basics.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily site inspections of Mechanical & Electrical systems and equipment.
• Support maintaining safe environmental conditions on site.
• Observe and assist with emergency repairs in response to alarms.
• Take meter readings from UPS, PDUs, and utilities during walkthroughs.
• Participate in training to complete job responsibilities and follow procedures.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Microsoft Office

Education

Year 10/12 completed

Currently enrolled in 3rd/4th year program or TAFE/RMIT/Polytechnic

Certificate III Electrotechnology Electrical / Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or Electrical

Job description

Job ID
288302
Posted
27-Jul-2026
Service line
GWS Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Data Centers, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management
Location(s)
Melbourne - Victoria - Australia

Why Join Us?

• Support high-growth operations at a leading static site and client location in the booming Hyperscale Data Center sector.
• Multiple roles available – Year 3-4 (Air-Conditioning & Refrigeration) and Electrical.
• Attractive salary package + comprehensive compensation & benefits.
• Performance-driven culture – your efforts are recognised and rewarded.
• Career growth opportunities – take your career to the next level… the sky’s the limit.
• Autonomy meets support – manage service delivery end-to‑end while being mentored by an experienced platform team.
• Full time role - Temporary (Opportunity to upscale as Trades Technician in Data Center)
• Static Role Support - 1 Client and 1 location at Derrimut Victoria, Melbourne
• Work on shift - 12 hours roaster - 4 on- 2 days/2 nights, 4 days off (6 am -18:00)

About Us – CBRE Data Center Solutions

CBRE Data Center Solutions (DCS) is a global leader in delivering integrated real estate, facilities, and technology solutions across the entire data centre lifecycle.

Our team brings deep expertise across all DCS service lines, combining capital markets insight with technical excellence to unlock value for data centre owners, occupiers, and investors worldwide.

About The Role

As a CBRE Data Center Apprentice, you will assist the team in performing preventive maintenance and corrective repairs within a Data Center operation. This role is designed to provide you with hands‑on experience and foundational knowledge in data centre operations.

What You’ll Do

• Assist in daily site inspections of all Mechanical & Electrical Engineering systems and technical equipment
• Support the team in ensuring the site's environmental conditions provide a safe work environment
• Observe and assist with emergency repairs in response to Building Management System alarms
• Help with taking meter readings from UPS, PDU’s, and u li es during building walkthroughs
• Participate in the complete on of all required training to ensure successful completion of job-related responsibilities
• Follow established procedures in the performance of repetitive tasks or job activities
• Assist in maintaining comprehensive maintenance records and documentation
• Support the team in ensuring subcontractor performance meets all requirements per the Master Service
• Agreement
• Develop a basic understanding of Mechanical and Electrical troubleshooting
• Contribute to maintaining a clean and organized work environment

What You’ll Need

• Completed Year 10/Year 12 & currently enrolled in a 3rd or 4th year college program or technical school TAFE/RMIT/Polytechnique or relevant
• Australian Citizen - comfortable with NV1 vetting or detailed Background Check process
• Currently completing Certificate III Electrotechnology Electrical /Air conditioning & Refrigeration or Electrical
• Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including stooping, standing, walking, climbing stairs/ladders, and lifting/carrying heavy loads of 50 lbs. or more
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate and work well within a team
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset and a willingness to learn
• Basic math skills, including the ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups
• Ability to follow safety processes and requirements to ensure a safe work environment
• Willingness to work shifts that may include weekends and holidays
• Ability to develop skills to perform basic activities in the role and grow within the organization

CBRE GWS

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions (GWS) works with clients to make real estate a meaningful contributor to organizational productivity and performance. Our account management model is at the heart of our client‑centric approach to delivering integrated real estate solutions. Each client is entrusted with a dedicated leader and is supported by regional and global resources, leveraging the industry's most robust platform. CBRE GWS delivers consistent, measurably superior outcomes for our clients at every stage of the lifecycle, and across industries and geographies.

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Service line: GWS Segment