FIFO | Refrigeration Mechanic

ISS Facility Services Australia and New Zealand; Perth; Hybrid; AUD 115,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FIFO from Perth

Meals and accommodation provided

Career progression

Job summary

ISS Facility Services Australia and New Zealand is hiring a Refrigeration Mechanic to maintain and repair refrigeration and air conditioning systems across remote village accommodation in Western Australia. FIFO from Perth is offered, with meals, accommodation, uniforms and boots provided on site.

You will service split systems, evaporative cooling, cool rooms and ice machines, and assist with new equipment installations.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification as Refrigeration Mechanic recognised in WA.
• Current WA Restricted Electrical Licence.
• Current C Class Driver's Licence.
• National Police Clearance or willingness to obtain one.
• Pre-employment medical and drug/alcohol screening.
• Ability to work independently and in a remote site.

Responsibilities

• Perform refrigeration and air conditioning maintenance across residential accommodation and village infrastructure to Australian Standards.
• Install, repair and maintain commercial/industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Service split systems, room units, evaporative cooling, cool/freezer rooms, ice machines and refrigerated containers.
• Assist commissioning and installation of new refrigeration equipment.
• Participate in on-call roster and support other maintenance disciplines.
• Ensure all work is carried out safely and in accordance with policies.

Skills

Trade problem solving

Customer service

Computer literacy

Independent worker

Mobile CMMS usage

Education

WA Refrigeration Mechanic trade qualification

WA Electrical Licence – Restricted

C Class Driver's Licence

National Police Clearance (last 12 months)

Tools

CMMS

Job description

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Who we are:

ISS is a leading workplace experience and facility management company, providing placemaking solutions that contribute to better business performance and make life easier, more productive, and enjoyable delivered to high standards by people who care.

With a global presence spanning over 46 countries, ISS combines international expertise with local insights to create safe, efficient, and sustainable environments.

At ISS, our employees—whom we call "placemakers"—are at the heart of everything we do. Empowered by world-class resources and driven by purpose, they are united by a passion to make a real difference every day.

The Opportunity

This position is ideal for a motivated professional with a strong trade background and experience delivering high-quality maintenance services in remote operational environments.

What's on Offer

• Competitive annual base salary of $135,000 + Superannuation
• FIFO from Perth
• Meals, accommodation, uniforms, and steel cap boots provided while on site
• Ongoing training, development, and career progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Access to employee wellbeing programs, including mental, financial, and physical health support
• Supportive team environment with a strong safety culture

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, your duties will include:

• Performing refrigeration and air conditioning maintenance works across residential accommodation and village infrastructure to a high standard and in accordance with relevant Australian Standards
• Installing, repairing, and maintaining commercial and industrial refrigeration and air conditioning systems
• Servicing and maintaining:
  • Split system air conditioners
  • Room air conditioning units
  • Evaporative cooling systems
  • Cool rooms and freezer rooms
  • Ice machines and drinking water fountains
  • Refrigerated containers
  • Dining room refrigeration equipment, including display fridges, cold wells, and beverage dispensers
• Assisting with the commissioning and installation of new refrigeration and air conditioning equipment
• Participating in an on-call roster as required
• Supporting other maintenance disciplines, including electrical, plumbing, and general building maintenance activities where required
• Ensuring all work is carried out safely, efficiently, and in accordance with company policies and procedures

About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess:

• Trade qualification as a Refrigeration Mechanic recognised in Western Australia
• Current WA Restricted Electrical Licence
• Current C Class Driver's Licence
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Sound computer literacy and experience using mobile maintenance management systems
• Current National Police Clearance (issued within the last 12 months) or willingness to obtain one
• Ability to successfully complete a pre-employment medical, functional assessment, and drug and alcohol screening
• Valid driver's licence and photo identification

Desirable Experience and Qualifications

• Previous experience working within a remote mining village or FIFO environment
• Working at Heights certification
• Experience maintaining central chilled water systems, including:
  • Hitachi air-cooled chillers
  • Grundfos chilled water pumps
  • Saiver air handling units
  • Alerton building management controls

Why Join Us?

Join a team that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement while enjoying the benefits of a stable FIFO roster and opportunities for long-term career growth. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, approaches challenges proactively, and is committed to delivering exceptional service outcomes.

” Connecting People and Places to Make the World Work Better”.

ISS is passionate about creating a culture that values inclusion and diversity, where all our people are treated fairly and respectfully. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Veterans, people with disability, people from different cultural backgrounds and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex, queer and asexual (LGBTIQA+) people.

We are an ethical employer, recognised by the industry for paying fairly and ensuring a safe working environment for all our staff. Read more about ISS in Australia and New Zealand on our website.