Site Supervisor

Coollogic; New Zealand; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Diverse commercial and infrastructure

Supportive team environment

Birthday leave

Life and critical illness insurance

Training and development opportunities

Long-term stability

Job summary

Aquaheat New Zealand is seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to lead HVAC and refrigeration installation projects in Hawke’s Bay. This is a hands-on leadership role, responsible for supervising trade teams and subcontractors while ensuring projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

This role requires a trade qualification in HVAC/Refrigeration, several years’ post-trade and supervisory experience, strong knowledge of NZ regulations, and a

Qualifications

• Trade qualification in HVAC/Refrigeration (or similar).
• At least 5 years post-trade experience.
• Minimum 3 years supervisory experience in HVAC/mechanical installations.
• Full, unrestricted NZ Driver Licence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise HVAC/refrigeration installation teams and subcontractors.
• Coordinate site activities, materials, and labour to meet project timelines.
• Ensure all works comply with NZ standards, contractual obligations, and safety requirements.
• Carry out hands-on installation work where required.
• Manage site inductions, risk assessments, and safe work practices.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Monitor performance, quality, and continuous improvement on site.
• Ensure all documentation, reporting, and site records are completed accurately and on time.

Skills

HVAC/Refrigeration trade

Supervisory experience

Leadership on site

NZ Driver Licence

Regulatory knowledge

Project planning

Health & safety

Education

HVAC/Refrigeration trade qualification

Job description

Aquaheat New Zealand is one of New Zealand's most respected HVAC and mechanical project contractors. Alongside our core business, we operate several specialist divisions including AquaFire (fire protection solutions), Colt (louvre and smoke control systems), and Classic Metal (roofing and cladding solutions). With over 70 years’ experience, we deliver end‑to‑end solutions across commercial, industrial, and infrastructure projects. From heating, cooling, and ventilation to fire protection and roofing, we design, install, and maintain systems that help keep New Zealand running. Aquaheat New Zealand is proud to be a member of the Horizon Energy Group of companies.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Site Supervisor to lead HVAC and refrigeration installation projects in Hawke’s Bay. This is a hands‑on leadership role, responsible for supervising trade teams and subcontractors while ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise HVAC/refrigeration installation teams and subcontractors
• Coordinate site activities, materials, and labour to meet project timelines
• Ensure all works comply with NZ standards, contractual obligations, and safety requirements
• Carry out hands‑on installation work where required
• Manage site inductions, risk assessments, and safe work practices
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders
• Monitor performance, quality, and continuous improvement on site
• Ensure all documentation, reporting, and site records are completed accurately and on time
  

About You

This is an ideal opportunity for someone with strong leadership capability and technical HVAC expertise.

You will bring:

• Trade qualification in HVAC/Refrigeration (or similar)
• At least5years post-trade experience
• Minimum3 years’ supervisory experience in HVAC/mechanical installations
• Proven ability to lead and motivate teams on site
• Strong knowledge of building regulations and industry standards
• Ability to plan, organise, and deliver projects to deadlines
• A strong commitment to health & safety and quality workmanship
• Full, unrestricted NZ Driver Licence
  

What’s in it for you?

• Career development within a nationally recognised group
• Work on diverse commercial and infrastructure projects
• Supportive team environment with strong leadership
• Paid birthday leave
• Life and critical illness insurance
• Access to training and development opportunities
• Long-term stability with a well-established company

Our SWITCH Values

• We’re looking for someone who lives and breathes our values:
• Safety & Sustainability – Act safe, work safe, live safe
• Winning – Take ownership and deliver results
• Innovation – Continuously improve and think ahead
• Trust – Build strong, honest relationships
• Customer Focus – Deliver outstanding service every time
  

Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.