Refrigeration Mechanic / HVAC-R Technician in Darwin, Australia
RecruitUp Global · Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
Overview
RecruitUp Global is hiring experienced Refrigeration Mechanics and HVAC-R Technicians for a permanent full time role in Darwin, Australia. Work across residential, commercial and industrial sites, handling installation, maintenance and repairs on refrigeration and air conditioning systems. If you have a relevant trade qualification and solid fault finding skills, this is your chance to take your career Down Under with a respected services business.
About the role
Our client, an established electrical, air conditioning and refrigeration services business in Darwin, Northern Territory, is looking for skilled technicians to join their team. You will work across residential, commercial and industrial environments, installing, servicing and repairing a wide range of refrigeration and HVAC-R equipment.
- Install, service, maintain and repair commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out effective troubleshooting
- Work on compressors, condensers, evaporators, controls and related components
- Service and maintain air conditioning units including split, ducted and packaged systems
- Perform preventative maintenance and respond to breakdowns
- Test system performance, identify refrigerant leaks and complete repairs
- Read technical drawings, wiring diagrams and equipment specifications
- Complete service reports and maintenance records
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain high workmanship standards
Please note: Supporting documents to verify your qualifications and employment history are required as part of your application.
Requirements
- A relevant trade qualification in Refrigeration, Air Conditioning or a closely related field
- Solid practical experience in refrigeration servicing, maintenance, repairs and fault finding
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills
- Experience with commercial refrigeration systems will be highly regarded
- Air conditioning experience will be an advantage
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Professional attitude, good communication skills and commitment to quality workmanship
- Supporting documents to verify qualifications and employment history
Responsibilities
- Install, service, maintain and repair commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems
- Diagnose mechanical and electrical faults and carry out effective troubleshooting
- Maintain and repair refrigeration equipment including compressors, condensers, evaporators, controls and associated components
- Work on cool rooms, freezer rooms and other commercial refrigeration equipment
- Service and maintain air conditioning systems such as split, ducted and packaged units
- Perform preventative maintenance and respond to equipment breakdowns
- Test system performance, identify refrigerant leaks and complete repairs
- Read technical drawings, wiring diagrams and equipment specifications
- Complete service reports and maintenance records
- Follow workplace health and safety procedures and maintain high standards of workmanship
Job details
- Organisation
- RecruitUp Global
- Location
- Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia
- Job type
- Full time
- Experience level
- Mid
- Education
- Certificate
- Category
- Trades & Artisan
- Application Method
- Apply manually
Success Guide
If you are a qualified Refrigeration Mechanic or HVAC-R Technician with hands on experience, this is a genuine chance to work in Australia with a company that values quality workmanship. Make sure your CV clearly shows your trade qualification and the types of systems you have worked on, such as cool rooms, freezers, splits or ducted units. Include details of your fault finding experience and any commercial refrigeration work. You will also need to provide supporting documents to verify your qualifications and employment history, so gather your trade certificate and reference letters early. In the interview, be ready to talk through real troubleshooting examples and show that you can work safely and independently. This role is on site in Darwin, so be prepared for a hands on, practical conversation about your technical skills.
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