The HVAC Technician is responsible for diagnostics, maintenance, repair and upgrading of a range of high‐performance HVAC systems, including water‐cooled chillers, split systems, and specialised industrial air‐conditioning and cooling infrastructure.
Working in a remote environment, this role is a mix of hands‐on technical expertise with oversight of contractors. The position operates on a FIFO (Fly‐In Fly‐Out) basis via charter flights, with occasional DIDO (Drive‐In Drive‐Out) options. The standard roster consists of 8 consecutive days on‐site followed by 6 days off, supporting a sustainable and balanced work‐life schedule.
Your high‐level duties will include:
* Investigate and resolve system faults, alarms, and incidents swiftly, collaborating with internal teams and contractors to ensure minimal disruption.
* Perform routine and corrective maintenance on site infrastructure to maximise system reliability and uptime.
* Respond promptly to system failures and malfunctions, implementing effective corrective actions in coordination with stakeholders.
* Ensure all repair activities follow established safety procedures, technical standards, and documentation practices.
* Plan and execute system upgrades, installations, and modifications in accordance with engineering specifications and site standards.
Role Particulars
Location and office arrangements: Geraldton, Western Australia.
Salary: AU$100,103 – AU$113,251 per annum (pro‐rata for part‐time) plus 15.4% superannuation plus overtime and applicable allowances for site‐based work.
Tenure & work schedule: Indefinite; Full‐time (open to applicants who wish to work part‐time or job‐share).
Reference: 102854.
As the successful candidate, you will bring:
* Recognised Trade Qualification: Possess a current Australian Refrigeration Mechanic Trade qualification, demonstrating a solid foundation in mechanical and HVAC systems.
* Licensing Requirements: Hold a valid Arctick Refrigerant Handling Licence, and either a Restricted Electrical Licence or a full WA Electrical Licence, enabling safe and compliant electrical work associated with HVAC systems.
* HVAC Experience: Proven hands‐on experience working with complex HVAC systems, particularly those involving water‐chilled equipment racks, flow balancing, and precision cooling in critical environments.
* High‐Risk Work Licences: Hold, or be willing to obtain within three months of commencement, High‐Risk Work Licences for Working at Heights and Confined Space Entry.
* Teamwork and Independence: Demonstrated capacity to work safely and productively within a small engineering team, showing initiative, self‐motivation, and the ability to operate effectively with minimal supervision.
* Communication and Documentation: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear documentation and effectively use standard software tools for correspondence, record‐keeping, and updates.
* Remote Site Experience: Previous experience working in remote locations demonstrating adaptability and resilience in isolated or challenging environments.
* Software Proficiency: Experience using industry‐relevant software tools such as electrical diagnostic software, SCADA systems, SAP, Maximo, CITEC, PLC programming environments, or equivalent platforms.
* Support for Complex Facilities: Experience supporting high‐reliability technical or scientific infrastructure such as data centres, laboratories, or research facilities.
Applications for this position are open to Australian/New Zealand Citizens and Australian Permanent Residents.
Appointment to this role is subject to provision of a national police check and may be subject to other security/medical/character requirements. Given the nature of the role, the successful candidate will be required to undertake a pre‐employment medical examination prior to commencement.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity organisation, we are committed to creating diverse and inclusive teams where people feel they belong. We recognise true diversity encompasses all ages, abilities, cultures, faiths, levels of education, genders, sexualities, diversity of thought and much more.
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