Refrigeration Mechanic

Recruit Shop; Townsville City; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime rates

Fully maintained vehicle

Regional stability (40+ years)

Award-winning training & safety

Diverse projects

Job summary

Recruit Shop in Townsville is seeking a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning tradesperson to deliver installations across major construction and commercial projects. You will handle domestic and light commercial changeovers, servicing and breakdown diagnostics as part of a busy regional team.

The successful candidate will hold a Refrigeration & Air Conditioning trade qualification, ARCtick refrigerant handling licence, and a current driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning.
• ARCtick refrigerant handling licence.
• Electrical licence (restricted or full) preferred.
• Valid manual driver’s licence, White Card and Working at Heights.
• EWP, forklift, slew crane, dogman or heavy vehicle licence highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Exhaust fan and A/C installs on large-scale construction sites.
• Large commercial project work around Townsville, plus school sites.
• New coolroom and cold room installs in association with projects.
• Changeovers of split, ducted, ceiling cassette, multi-head and VRF systems.
• Servicing, warranty work and breakdown diagnostics.

Skills

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Installation & Servicing

Fault diagnosis

Education

Trade qualification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

ARCtick refrigerant handling licence

Electrical licence (restricted or full)

White Card

Working at Heights

Job description

• Earn Up To $100k PA + Super + Overtime | Higher Rates for Away Work
• Join a Respected, Award-Winning M&E Contractor Servicing North QLD for 40+ Years
• Fully Maintained Work Vehicle Provided + Plenty of Overtime All Year Round

About The Company

Our client is a well-established Mechanical and Electrical Contractor that has been servicing Townsville and the surrounding region for over 40 years. They deliver tailored electrical and HVAC solutions for residential and commercial clients, with in-house design and installation capability. Their Sheetmetal crew fabricates custom ducting and exhaust canopies alongside their Refrigeration and Electrical teams. The business has been recognised at the Queensland Training Awards and through multiple TORGAS awards for apprentice excellence, mentoring and safety, reflecting a strong commitment to developing its people.

About The Opportunity

The primary purpose of this position is to deliver refrigeration and air conditioning installations across major construction and commercial projects. The role also covers domestic and light commercial changeovers, servicing and breakdown diagnostics.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

• Exhaust fan and A/C installs on large-scale construction sites
• Large commercial project work around Townsville, plus school sites
• New coolroom and cold room installs in association with projects
• Changeovers of split, ducted, ceiling cassette, multi-head and VRF systems
• Servicing, warranty work and breakdown diagnostics

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• Trade qualification in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
• Current ARCtick refrigerant handling licence
• Restricted or full electrical licence (preferred)
• Manual driver's licence, White Card and Working at Heights
• EWP, forklift, slew crane, dogman or heavy vehicle licence highly regarded

4th year apprentices with exposure to the above will also be considered.

What's in it for You?

• Earn $44–$50 P/H With Plenty Of Overtime And EBA Rates On Select Sites
• Drive A Fully Maintained Work Vehicle With All Tools Supplied
• Enjoy Real Stability With A Business Backed By 40+ Years In The Region
• Grow Your Career With Award-Winning Training, Mentoring And Safety
• Diverse Workload: Major Projects, Coolrooms, Schools & Domestic