Independent HVAC & Refrigeration Tech – Commercial Projects

HVAC solutions NQ Pty Ltd; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No on-call roster

Commission-based incentives

Opportunity to become dual trade

Career growth

Job summary

HVAC Solutions NQ Pty Ltd in Cairns is seeking an experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic to join our growing team. You will work independently, take ownership of projects, and complete work to a high standard on commercial HVAC installations.

You will specialise in new commercial air-conditioning installations, cold rooms, and VRV/VRF systems, reading drawings, fault finding, and supervising apprentices where required. Competitive pay and clear career progression are offered.

Qualifications

• Queensland trade licence required.
• Able to work independently without supervision.
• Confident reading mechanical drawings and plans.
• Strong refrigeration pipework and brazing skills.
• Reliable, organised with own workload management.
• Attention to detail and quality workmanship.
• Safely and professionally on site.

Responsibilities

• New commercial air-conditioning installations.
• Cold room and refrigeration installations.
• Split, ducted, package and VRV/VRF system installations.
• Refrigeration pipework, brazing, pressure testing and evacuation.
• Installation and commissioning of HVAC and refrigeration equipment.
• Reading and interpreting mechanical drawings and specifications.
• Fault finding and troubleshooting.
• Collaborating with builders, electricians and other trades.
• Maintaining high workmanship standards and site presentation.
• Assisting with and supervising apprentices where required.
• Taking ownership of jobs from installation through to completion.

Skills

Independent work

Reading drawings

Refrigeration pipework

Brazing

Fault finding

Apprentice supervision

Education

Queensland trade licence

Job description

HVAC Solutions NQ Pty Ltd in Cairns is seeking an experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic to join our growing team. You will work independently, take ownership of projects, and complete work to a high standard on commercial HVAC installations.

You will specialise in new commercial air-conditioning installations, cold rooms, and VRV/VRF systems, reading drawings, fault finding, and supervising apprentices where required. Competitive pay and clear career progression are offered.