hvac/refrigeration technician

HR Partners; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HR Partners is sourcing for an entry-level HVAC tradesperson to break into the rail industry. Based at the Eagle Farm workshop, you will assemble, overhaul, repair and test high-capacity HVAC units for trains and locomotives in a clean, safe workshop environment.

You will work with a collaborative team, following strict quality standards and health and safety practices, with potential for future leadership as you gain rail experience.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification: Cert III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration / HVAC Trade.
• ARCtick Refrigerant Handling Licence.
• Valid Drivers licence.
• Ability to complete a Rail CAT3 Medical, Drug & Alcohol and police check prior to commencement.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, overhaul, repair and test specialised HVAC systems on heavy-duty locomotive and passenger rollingstock.
• Follow work instructions, manuals and quality standards during assembly and testing.
• Champion health, safety and LEAN continuous improvement practices on the shop floor.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Education

Cert III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration / HVAC Trade

Job description

Break into the Rail Industry — No Prior Rail Experience Required!

Looking to transfer your refrigeration and air conditioning trade skills into a high-growth, specialized industry?

This is your opportunity to step into the rail sector with a global leader in transit equipment. Based at our modern workshop facility in Eagle Farm, you’ll work on high-capacity HVAC systems fitted to passenger trains and locomotives. Enjoy steady workshop hours, clean working conditions, and the stability of the transport sector without the hassle of residential call-outs.

What Your Day-to-Day Looks Like:

Working alongside a collaborative workshop team, you will assemble, overhaul, repair, and test specialised HVAC systems:

• Execute repairs, overhauls, and preventative maintenance on heavy-duty locomotive and passenger rollingstock HVAC units.
• Assemble and test HVAC systems according to work instructions, manuals, and rigorous quality standards.
• Champion health, safety, and 5S/LEAN continuous improvement practices across the shop floor.

What We’re Looking For:

Essential Requirements:

• Trade Qualification: Cert III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration / HVAC Trade.
• ARCtick Refrigerant Handling Licence.
• Valid Drivers licence
• Strong troubleshooting ability, attention to detail and excellent verbal communication.
• Ability to complete a Rail CAT3 Medical, Drug & Alcohol and police check prior to commencement.

Desirable:

• Prior experience with rollingstock, heavy machinery, or transit HVAC systems.
• Familiarity with LEAN manufacturing methodologies.
• High-risk or safety tickets (Forklift, EWP, Work Safely at Heights, First Aid, RIW/SARC).
• Ambition to step into formal team leading or management in the future.