Refrigeration Apprentice

Humanrc; Tauranga; Hybrid; NZD 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Birthday leave

Tools provided

Phone provided

Company vehicle

Job summary

EcoChill's Tauranga team invites motivated individuals to begin a refrigeration career through a structured apprenticeship, earning a New Zealand Certificate in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (Level 4).

You will gain hands-on experience across supermarket and industrial refrigeration systems, while progressing through a formal study program and earning a nationally recognised qualification.

Qualifications

• Basic understanding and interest in refrigeration.
• Strong mechanical know-how and problem-solving ability.
• Positive outlook with a willingness to learn.
• Confident communication and people skills.
• Ability to take initiative and contribute to team success.
• Current New Zealand driver licence or working towards one.
• Current New Zealand work rights (residency or visa).

Responsibilities

• Assist with planned preventative maintenance and servicing.
• Learn fault finding, diagnostics and repair techniques.
• Support the installation and commissioning of commercial refrigeration systems.
• Work alongside experienced technicians on supermarket, industrial and commercial projects.
• Follow company health & safety procedures and industry best practice.
• Progress through your apprenticeship programme.
• Develop knowledge of modern refrigeration technologies.

Skills

Interest in refrigeration

Mechanical know-how

Problem-solving

Initiative

Communication skills

Tools

Tools of the trade

Job description

Launch your refrigeration career with EcoChill while earning a New Zealand Certificate in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (Level 4).

07th August, 2026

Build your future with one of New Zealand's leading commercial refrigeration specialists. EcoChill is seeking a Refrigeration Apprentice to join our growing Tauranga team.

The Role

You’ll gain hands-on experience across supermarket refrigeration, CO₂ refrigeration systems, food processing facilities, cold rooms, retail refrigeration, industrial plant and commercial projects while building the practical skills required to become a qualified Technician.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planned preventative maintenance and servicing
• Learn fault finding, diagnostics and repair techniques
• Support the installation and commissioning of commercial refrigeration systems
• Work alongside experienced technicians on supermarket, industrial and commercial projects
• Follow company health & safety procedures and industry best practice
• Progress through your apprenticeship programme
• Develop knowledge of modern refrigeration technologies

Candidate Profile

We're looking for someone motivated to build a long-term career in refrigeration. Whether you're leaving school, changing careers or bringing experience from another trade, we'll provide the support, mentoring and training to help you succeed.

You will bring

• A basic understanding and interest in refrigeration
• Strong mechanical know-how and problem-solving ability
• Positive outlook with a willingness to learn
• Confident communication and people skills
• Ability to take initiative and contribute positively to team success
• Full New Zealand Driver Licence (or working towards one)
• Current New Zealand work rights (residency or a valid work visa)

Why EcoChill?

EcoChill is committed to developing outstanding technicians. You'll build a rewarding career while working towards a nationally recognised New Zealand Refrigeration & Air Conditioning qualification (Level 4).

What to expect

• Structured on-the-job training supported by formal study
• Mentoring from experienced refrigeration technicians
• Company vehicle, phone and tools of the trade (provided as appropriate throughout your apprenticeship)
• Health insurance and birthday leave
• Clear career pathways and ongoing development within a growing national business