Downer
Leading provider of integrated services across Australia and New Zealand, delivering infrastructure solutions.
Refrigeration/HVAC Tech
Maintain and repair refrigeration, air‑conditioning and HVAC systems for Defence facilities
Job Highlights
About the Role
• Perform scheduled, preventative and corrective maintenance on refrigeration, air‑conditioning and HVAC systems. • Handle refrigerants in accordance with ARCTick licensing requirements. • Respond promptly and professionally to internal and external stakeholders. • Collaborate with other trades and subcontractors to support operational delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- ▸hvac maintenance
- ▸refrigerant handling
- ▸stakeholder response
- ▸trade collaboration
What You Bring
We are inviting applications to join our permanent workforce at Randwick Barracks as a Refrigeration/HVAC Technician. The role commences in February 2026, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds, whether you bring Defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills from other sectors. • Hold a Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning. • Possess (or be eligible for) an ARCTick Refrigerant Handling licence (desirable). • Hold a NSW Refrigeration and Air Conditioning licence. • Have post‑trade experience in refrigeration, air‑conditioning and HVAC maintenance. • Demonstrate expertise in fault diagnosis and repair of refrigeration and HVAC systems. • Hold a current open driver’s licence. • Be able to obtain and maintain a Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required).
Requirements
- ▸certificate iii
- ▸arctick
- ▸nsw licence
- ▸post‑trade
- ▸fault diagnosis
- ▸security clearance
Benefits
We pride ourselves on a high‑performance culture that values diversity and inclusion. We actively celebrate a wide range of perspectives and encourage applications from those traditionally under‑represented in our industry, including women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, Māori and Pasifika peoples, veterans, people with disability and neurodivergent individuals. As a WORK180 Endorsed Employer we support flexible working, inclusive leadership and equitable access to opportunity. • Access training and development to diversify and advance your career. • Benefit from internal recruitment, with 30 % of vacancies filled internally. • Enjoy Perks@Downer such as healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings. • Receive Employee Assistance Program support for you and your family.
Work Environment
Onsite