Maintenance HVAC & Refrigeration Technician

Modus-Projects-Pty-Ltd-; Greater Bendigo; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained company vehicle

Fuel card and tools provided

Overtime paid

Job summary

Modus Projects is seeking a skilled HVAC Technician to perform preventative and reactive maintenance on heating, cooling, ventilation and refrigeration systems at client sites. You will diagnose faults, assemble and test equipment, and complete reports to support efficient service delivery.

Ideal candidates have 3–5 years of HVAC/Refrigeration experience, hold relevant trade qualifications and a current White Card. Full-time, on-site role with after-hours work and long-term growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• HVAC & Refrigeration trade qualifications are required.
• Valid Driver's Licence and Police Check.
• First Aid certification is required.
• Experience with larger chilled systems is highly desirable.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative, reactive and planned maintenance on HVAC/R systems at client sites.
• Maintain and repair chillers, AHUs, FCUs and related equipment.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and conduct inspections.
• Complete paperwork including work orders and risk assessments weekly.
• Attend after-hours calls when rostered and ensure cost-effective solutions.
• Inspect refrigeration and chilled water systems and report findings.
• Assist in building inspections and prepare subsequent reports.
• Coordinate with service coordinators to optimise processes.
• Operate safely using hand and power tools and adhere to site policies.

Skills

HVACR trade qualification

Driver's Licence

Police Check

First Aid Certificate

Elevated Work Platform

White Card

HVAC experience

Prioritisation under deadlines

Chillers/large systems exposure

Job description

About the role

The HVAC Technician is responsible for undertaking preventative, reactive, and planned maintenance and repair services on heating, cooling, ventilation and refrigeration systems at client sites of Modus Projects, in order to meet the specified targets.

Key responsibilities

• Maintenance work on generators, switchboards & air-conditioning systems, such as Chillers, AHUs, CRAC Units, and FCUs
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain heating, cooling and refrigeration equipment, using hand tools and power tools
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical defects and malfunctions
• Undertake equipment inspections as part of preventative maintenance job plan
• Inspect and maintain refrigerators and chilled water supply systems as required
• Ventilate equipment and controls making sure they operate efficiently and continuously
• Participate in an afterhours roster and undertake after-hours repair/maintenance works when necessary
• Assess all work orders after visiting site, liaise with coordinators if the work can be completed differently to result in a more efficient and cost-effective process
• Perform building inspections and provide subsequent reports
• Provide completed paperwork weekly, including signed work orders, purchase orders and risk assessments, meeting company deadlines and policies/procedures

About you

• Relevant technical qualifications in Refrigeration Mechanical HVAC trade
• Drivers Licence
• Police Check
• First Aid Certificate
• Elevated Work Platform (Under 11m)
• Construction Induction Card (White Card)
• Minimum 3 – 5 years' experience in HVAC & Refrigeration mechanical work on small and large scale commercial and retail facilities
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise and work to a defined schedule within tight deadlines
• Exposure to larger systems & critical environments with chillers is highly desirable

Why Join Modus?

Modus Projects is committed to providing an excellent service and committed to the communities we work within. We listen, understand, and ensure that the work we do today leads us in the right direction for tomorrow. We measure ourselves against the highest standard and take full ownership of everything we do.

What we offer:

Fully maintained dual cab company vehicle provided.

Fuel card, phone, tablet and quality trade tools provided.

Competitive salary package with paid overtime.

On-call allowance for after-hours support.

Birthday Leave.

Family-friendly benefits including Baby Bucks, Kids' Sports Vouchers and Family Days.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and wellbeing initiatives.

Ongoing training, certifications and career development opportunities.

Support from a dedicated Service Coordinator and experienced leadership team.

Long-term job security with a growing national business.