Since 1989 J & R Refrigeration has developed a reputation as a leader in cooling systems in the Cairns regional area. J & R Refrigeration ensures its customers’ assets perform to peak potential, minimising disruptive downtime, energy consumption, and overall costs.

This advert is for 2 positions.

Location: Cairns & Far North QLD

Employment Type: Full time

Join a Trusted Cairns HVAC&R; Team That Feels Like Family

Work with a supportive local crew, enjoy hands-on variety, and grow your career in a company that values people — not just numbers.

About Us

At J&R; Refrigeration, we’re more than a workplace — we’re a family. Locally owned and proudly operating in Cairns since 1989, our team of 87+ tradespeople and staff keep Far North Queensland cool and connected. From marine refrigeration to commercial HVAC and electrical systems, we take pride in our quality, teamwork, and community focus.

The Opportunity

Due to continued growth, we’re seeking Qualified Electrician’s to join our Cairns and Atherton branches on a permanent basis.

The role available are for construction or electrical service or a combination of both, depending on your experience, interests and comfort. You’ll get variety, hands-on work, and the chance to expand your skills in a agile and supportive environment.

Tasks & responsibilities

- Construction Site Set up, Reticulation, Cabling, Fit off & Testing
- Pre-wire/Fit Off
- Lighting & Power
- Mains & Submains Installation/Terminations
- MSB & DB Installation/Termination
- Cable Tray Installation
- Electrical and communications cabling installation




- Testing and commissioning
- Assisting our AC & Refrigeration team on both new and existing wiring and controls for both domestic and commercial refrigeration.
- Lighting and power upgrades, including fault finding, repairs and circuit upgrades
- Installation of EV chargers
- Service electrical breakdowns, predominantly commercial and some domestic
- Commercial appliances breakdowns and maintenance
- Facilities maintenance- RCD testing, thermography reporting, test and tag and emergency lighting testing

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

- All relevant, valid electrical licences (we can help with QLD licence transfers)
- Current CPR & LVR
- A valid Driver’s Licence
- Construction White Card
- Solid understanding of AS3000
- Experience in commercial and industrial construction projects

Please ensure you answer the following questions in your cover letter:

- How many years’ experience do you have as a Service Electrician?

- How many years’ experience do you have as a Licenced Electrician?

- Have you worked in a role which requires fault finding experience?

- Do you hold a current electrical licence?

- Do you hold a Construction Induction Safety certificate (White Card)?

- Do you have a current Australian driver’s licence?

- How many years’ experience do you have as an electrician?

- Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

Fill out the form to apply.

Submit Your Resume

Please submit your resume and cover letter or email us at [email protected]

📌 Service and Construction Electricians (Cairns)
🏢 J and R Refrigeration
📍 Cairns