Defence HVAC and Refrigeration Technician

Downer; Canberra; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare discounts

Great savings on retail purchases

Car purchases

Perks@Downer program

Job summary

Downer is seeking a Refrigeration/HVAC Technician for HMAS Harman, Canberra, in a permanent role. You will maintain refrigeration and HVAC systems, manage refrigerant handling per ARCTick, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure reliable operation.

Qualifying with a Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, you will bring post-trade experience and a proactive approach. A driver’s licence and security clearance readiness are required for site access.

Qualifications

• Certificate III Refrigeration and Air Conditioning required.
• ARCTick refrigerant handling licence desirable.
• QBCC Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Licence (QLD) or NSW licence.
• Post-trade experience in refrigeration, AC and HVAC maintenance.
• Fault diagnosis and repair skills in refrigeration/HVAC.
• Current open driver’s licence.
• Ability to obtain Defence Security Clearance; Australian citizenship mandatory.
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled, preventative and corrective maintenance on refrigeration, air conditioning and HVAC systems.
• Carry out refrigerant handling in accordance with ARCTick licensing obligations.
• Provide professional and timely responses to internal and external stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with other trades and subcontracts to support operational delivery.

Skills

Post-trade experience in refrigeration

Fault diagnosis and repair

Strong work ethic

Defence Security Clearance readiness

Education

Certificate III Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Tools

ARCTick Refrigerant Handling licence (desirable)

QBCC Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Licence (QLD) or NSW

Current Open Drivers Licence

Defence Security Clearance eligibility (Australian citizenship)

Job description

Downer is seeking a Refrigeration/HVAC Technician for HMAS Harman, Canberra, in a permanent role. You will maintain refrigeration and HVAC systems, manage refrigerant handling per ARCTick, and communicate with stakeholders to ensure reliable operation.

Qualifying with a Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning, you will bring post-trade experience and a proactive approach. A driver’s licence and security clearance readiness are required for site access.