Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician – Melbourne

Permanent commercial HVAC/R work, paid properly for every hour

We’re hiring an experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician to join our growing Melbourne team. If you want permanent work, honest pay and steady commercial jobs instead of chasing residential installs, this role is for you.

Why TVH

• Permanent full-time employment with paid annual and personal leave
• Hourly rate, with overtime and penalties paid in full and no rolled-up rates
• Fully maintained company Ute (take-home) and fuel card
• Phone and tablet supplied from day one
• Planned schedules with an established client base, not constant breakdown chaos
• Long-term security with national healthcare, government and commercial clients
• Ongoing training and a clear path to senior and supervisory roles

The work 

You’ll service commercial and industrial sites across metropolitan Melbourne / the south-east, working on:

• Split and ducted systems
• VRV / VRF
• Chillers
• Commercial refrigeration, cool rooms and freezer rooms
• Mechanical plant
• Controls and BMS

What you’ll be doing

• Servicing, diagnosing and repairing commercial and industrial HVAC/R equipment
• Completing planned preventative maintenance across a portfolio of client sites
• Fault-finding mechanical, electrical and controls issues
• Installing, commissioning and decommissioning equipment
• Responding to breakdowns and getting critical cooling back online
• Completing digital service reports, photos and asset records
• Working with dispatch to plan your day and keep jobs moving

What you’ll bring

• Cert III in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration or equivalent
• Current Refrigerant Handling Licence (ARCtick)
• Victorian Restricted Electrical Licence, or eligibility to obtain one
• Current Australian driver’s licence
• Proven commercial HVAC/R experience
• Ability to work independently and manage your own jobs
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A professional approach to safety and quality

Bonus points for

• EWP, Working at Heights or Confined Space tickets
• BMS / controls experience
• Mechanical services plumbing registration or licence
• Commercial refrigeration, cool room or process cooling experience
• Experience on healthcare, government, data centre or large commercial sites

About TVH 

TVH is a national HVAC, refrigeration, fire, electrical and ventilation services business with teams across Australia. We’re growing, and we’re expanding our Melbourne team to support commercial, healthcare and government clients across Victoria.

How to apply 

Hit Apply on SEEK or send your CV to recruitment@tvhs.com.au. 

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.