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 compliance with ARCTick licensing requirements. • Deliver prompt, professional responses 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
Downer has secured the Property and Asset Services contract to provide base and estate services for the Australian Defence Force across NSW/ACT and Queensland. We are hiring a permanent Refrigeration/HVAC Technician at Kokoda Barracks in Canungra, with a start date in February 2026. Candidates from any background—whether with defence experience, industry knowledge, or transferable skills—are encouraged to apply. • Hold a Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air‑Conditioning. • Possess a valid QBCC (QLD) or NSW Refrigeration and Air‑Conditioning licence (ARCTick licence desirable). • Demonstrate post‑trade experience in fault diagnosis and repair of refrigeration/HVAC systems. • Hold a current open driver’s licence and be eligible for an Australian Defence Security Clearance (Australian citizenship required).
Requirements
- ▸certificate iii
- ▸refrigeration licence
- ▸fault diagnosis
- ▸driver licence
- ▸security clearance
- ▸hvac
Benefits
Downer prides itself on a high‑performance, inclusive culture that values diversity and offers continuous training, internal career progression, and a range of perks including healthcare discounts and savings on retail and car purchases. Employees also receive an Employee Assistance Program and benefit from flexible, WORK180‑endorsed workplace arrangements that support work‑life balance. • Access training and development, internal career progression, and Downer perks such as healthcare discounts, retail and car purchase savings. • Benefit from an Employee Assistance Program and a flexible, inclusive workplace endorsed by WORK180.
Work Environment
Onsite