Maintenance HVAC & Refrigeration Technician

Modus Projects; Ipswich City; On-site; AUD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully maintained dual cab vehicle

Fuel card

Phone

Tablet

Quality trade tools

Overtime pay

On-call allowance

Family benefits

EAP and wellbeing

Training & career development

Job summary

Modus Projects is seeking a Maintenance HVAC & Refrigeration Technician to service, repair and maintain heating, cooling and refrigeration systems across client sites in Ipswich and western suburbs. The role involves preventative and reactive maintenance, testing equipment, and providing clear documentation.

You will perform diagnosing of faults, carry out after-hours repairs when required, and ensure work orders, risk assessments and paperwork are submitted weekly.

Qualifications

• HVAC trade qualification and relevant Refrigeration/M&E training.
• Valid driver’s licence.
• Police check and First Aid certificate.
• EWP and White Card needed for site access.
• 3–5 years’ HVAC & Refrigeration experience in commercial/retail facilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain gensets, switchboards and air‑conditioning systems (Chillers, AHUs, CRACs, FCUs).
• Assemble, install, test and maintain heating, cooling and refrigeration equipment using hand and power tools.
• Diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and malfunctions.
• Perform preventative maintenance inspections and issue reports.
• Liaise with coordinators to optimise work orders and reduce costs.

Skills

HVAC maintenance

Electrical diagnosis

Hand & power tools

Education

HVAC trade qualification

Drivers Licence

Police Check

First Aid Certificate

Elevated Work Platform

White Card

Tools

Chillers

AHUs

CRAC Units

FCUs

Power tools

Job description

Maintenance HVAC & Refrigeration Technician

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.

You will be working in Ipswich and western suburbs.

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.


• 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.