HVAC Leading Hand / Site Supervisor

Johnson Controls, Inc.; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + vehicle allowance

Job summary

Johnson Controls in Cairns is seeking an experienced HVAC Site Supervisor to lead commercial HVAC projects, coordinating installations, commissioning, subcontractors, and site activities to ensure timely, safe delivery to the highest standard.

You will work closely with customers and project teams, providing hands-on leadership and technical expertise across project delivery, while mentoring field teams and ensuring compliance with safety and quality targets.

Qualifications

• HVAC/Refrigeration Trade Qualification or Electrical Licence.
• Commercial HVAC installation, construction, or project delivery experience.
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate site activities.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and safety requirements.
• Current Driver's Licence and White Card.

Responsibilities

• Lead HVAC installation, commissioning, and project delivery activities
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and schedule targets
• Provide mentoring and technical support to field teams
• Manage site documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements
• Build strong relationships with customers and project stakeholders

Skills

Leadership

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Communication

Education

HVAC/Refrigeration Trade Qualification or Electrical Licence

Job description

Shape the Future of Smart Buildings with Johnson Controls

At Johnson Controls, we're transforming how buildings perform. As a global leader in smart building technologies, integrated building systems, and advanced HVAC solutions, we help customers create safer, healthier, and more sustainable environments.

Our solutions support some of Australia's most critical industries, including mining, healthcare, data centres, pharmaceuticals, education, industrial manufacturing, and commercial infrastructure. Through innovation, energy-efficient technologies, and world-class service delivery, we're helping organisations reduce carbon emissions while improving operational performance.

With over 140 years of global industry leadership, Johnson Controls offers the opportunity to work on complex, high-profile projects alongside some of the most experienced professionals in the industry.

Why Join Johnson Controls?

• Competitive salary + vehicle allowance + tools of trade
• Step into leadership and lead major HVAC projects
• Work with a global HVAC and building technologies leader
• Access to ongoing training, certifications, and development opportunities

About the Role

Based in Cairns, this is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HVAC Technician, Electrician, Leading Hand, or Site Supervisor ready to take the next step in their career.

As our HVAC Site Supervisor, you'll lead the delivery of commercial HVAC projects, coordinating installations, commissioning, subcontractors, and site activities to ensure projects are completed safely, on time, and to the highest standard.

You'll work closely with customers, project teams, suppliers, and contractors while providing hands-on leadership and technical expertise across project delivery.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead HVAC installation, commissioning, and project delivery activities
• Coordinate site teams, subcontractors, and suppliers
• Ensure projects meet safety, quality, and schedule targets
• Provide mentoring and technical support to field teams
• Manage site documentation, reporting, and compliance requirements
• Build strong relationships with customers and project stakeholders

About You

• HVAC/Refrigeration Trade Qualification or Electrical Licence
• Commercial HVAC installation, construction, or project delivery experience
• Proven ability to lead teams and coordinate site activities
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and safety requirements
• Current Driver's Licence and White Card

Ideal For

An experienced Senior HVAC Technician, Leading Hand, or Site Supervisor,

looking for:

• More responsibility
• A leadership pathway
• The opportunity to stay and grow in Cairns with a global organisation