HVAC Technician (158588)

Ventia is a leading infrastructure services company, operating across Australia and New Zealand. Our clients are the owners and operators of assets that are critical to our local communities.

In partnership with the Australia Defence Force, we are seeking a HVAC Technician to join us on a full time basis at Puckapunyal defence base, located 10km west of Seymour.

Reporting to the Site Supervisor, the HVAC Service Technician/ Refrigeration Mechanic is primarily responsible for performing technical work on building Services equipment including Refrigeration equipment.  The HVAC Service Technician/Refrigeration Mechanic will also ensure that all work carried out meets Safety, Quality and Customer Standards and achieves the overall business plans and objective.

In addition to the above, you will also be required to:

• Display solid hands on technical skills, developed through trade training and experience.


• Display a solid understanding of air conditioning and refrigeration principles and systems and the relevant codes and industry standards which govern their installation and maintenance.


• Effectively diagnose problems and perform work of a technical nature on air conditioning system and refrigeration systems.


• Proactively address customer complaints and demonstrate competence in establishing and maintaining long term relationships with clients.


• Observe quality and technical procedures, work instructions and practices.


• Ensure that technical procedures and inspection and test plans are performed in accordance with Quality Assurance requirements.

About you:

• Minimum 5 years relevant industry experience


• Certificate III in Electro-technology or equivalent trade qualification.


• S permit (Restricted Electrical Licence) preferred


• A solid understanding of air conditioning systems and the relevant codes and industry standards.


• Good working knowledge of MS Word and MS Excel.


• Ability to learn and use proprietary software necessary to support the position


• Current Drivers Licence


• Basic understanding of Computerised Maintenance Management System.


• ARTIC Licence


• Assessment Certificate from TRE where required.

What We Offer You:

Ventia have also partnered with some reputable organisations to be able to offer discounts on Health Insurance, Banking (new home loans, credit cards, everyday bank accounts), flights & accommodation, car hire, car leasing and much more, we also offer the following:

• A flexible, supportive and inclusive work environment where you matter.


• We take our people's careers seriously, helping them to learn and grow.


• There's nothing more important to us than keeping our people and the public safe.


• We look after each other and foster our people's wellbeing.

Ventia is enriched by the diverse experiences, talents and cultures that our people bring to the organisation, while celebrating and respecting the communities we operate in. We are committed to providing a safe and positive environment that provides equal opportunities for individuals of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, Māori and Pasifika people, LGTBQI+, Women, Veterans and spouses and people with disabilities.

You must be an Australian Citizen and have the ability to maintain a Defence clearance in order to be eligible for these positions, as well as be able to pass an Australian Federal Police Check.

Click APPLY NOW if this sounds like you or email milan.johnstone@skoutsolutions.com for further information.

Position Reference Number: 158588