Controls Systems Technician (Project Team)

jci; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Adelaide is seeking a skilled Controls Systems Technician to deliver commissioning, maintenance and optimisation of Building Management Systems across our South Australian client sites. You’ll work hands-on with BMS technology and partner with customers to improve energy performance and operational efficiency.

This role combines fieldwork with technical problem solving and customer engagement, offering a permanent full-time position, structured training and clear career

Qualifications

• Experience with BMS/BAS and HVAC controls.
• Electrical licence or trade qualification required.
• Driver's licence is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Commission, service, maintain and troubleshoot BMS and related building automation technologies.
• Identify and resolve complex controls and HVAC issues via fault finding and diagnostics.
• Analyze building performance using analytics and reporting tools to optimise energy use.
• Support project delivery through testing, commissioning and low-level engineering tasks.
• Build strong customer relationships by providing technical expertise and reviews.
• Collaborate with project, engineering and sales teams to deliver outcomes.
• Mentor and support developing technicians and apprentices.
• Maintain compliance with Johnson Controls safety, quality and standards.

Skills

Building Management Systems (BMS)

Building Automation Systems (BAS)

HVAC controls

Energy management solutions

Mechanical services commissioning

Education

Electrical Licence (Open or Restricted)

Driver's Licence (Australian)

Trade qualification in Electrical, Refrigeration, HVAC, Mechatronics or related

Job description

Join a Global Leader Shaping the Future of Smart Buildings

At Johnson Controls, we're transforming the way buildings perform. As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, we help our customers optimize energy use, reduce carbon emissions, and operate critical facilities with greater efficiency and resilience.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered innovative building solutions across some of the world's most complex environments, including healthcare, data centres, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, commercial properties and higher education facilities.

We're seeking an experienced Controls Systems Technician to join our Adelaide team and play a key role in delivering industry-leading Building Management System (BMS) solutions across South Australia.

Why Join Johnson Controls?

• Work with leading BMS and smart building technologies
• Exposure to high-profile projects across healthcare, critical infrastructure, commercial buildings and data centres
• Permanent full-time role with a competitive salary package
• Structured training, continuous professional development and clear career pathways
• Opportunities for dual-trade qualifications and specialist technical development
• Access to remote technical support and a highly experienced national engineering network
• Join a supportive, collaborative team backed by a global market leader

About the Role

As a Controls Systems Technician, you'll become the trusted technical advisor for a portfolio of customer sites, delivering commissioning, maintenance, optimisation and technical support for Building Management Systems.

You'll work directly with customers to improve building performance, increase energy efficiency, reduce operational costs and maximise the return on their building assets.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys combining hands‑on field work with technical problem solving and customer engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Commission, service, maintain and troubleshoot Building Management Systems (BMS) and associated building automation technologies.
• Identify and resolve complex controls, HVAC and building systems issues through advanced fault finding and system diagnostics.
• Analyse building and plant performance using analytics and reporting tools to optimise operational efficiency and energy performance.
• Support the delivery of projects through testing, commissioning and low-level engineering activities.
• Build strong customer relationships by providing technical expertise, system reviews and improvement recommendations.
• Work closely with project, engineering and sales teams to deliver successful customer outcomes.
• Mentor and support developing technicians and apprentices.
• Maintain compliance with all Johnson Controls safety, quality and operational standards.

What You'll Bring

• Experience working with Building Management Systems (BMS), Building Automation Systems (BAS), HVAC controls, energy management solutions or mechanical services commissioning.
• Trade qualification in Electrical, Refrigeration, HVAC, Mechatronics or a related technical discipline.
• Current Electrical Licence (Open or Restricted) highly desirable.
• Current Australian Driver's Licence.
• Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic skills across building services systems.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a project-driven environment.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer-first approach.

At Johnson Controls, diversity, inclusion and belonging are at the heart of who we are. We believe our strongest ideas come from diverse perspectives, experiences and backgrounds. Every employee has the opportunity to contribute, innovate and make a meaningful impact on our culture, our customers and our communities. Your voice matters here.

Be Part Of Something Bigger

At Johnson Controls, you'll help create smarter, healthier and more sustainable buildings while building a meaningful long-term career with a company committed to innovation, safety and professional growth.

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