Refrigeration Mechanic / Air Conditioning Installer (Fridgie)
Experienced fridgie?
Join an established Melbourne company, now in its 7th year, with steady year-round work and a strong pipeline of installations.
Safe Planet is growing and building our own in-house installation team.
We're looking for experienced refrigeration mechanics who take pride in clean, professional, leak-free work and want consistent jobs without chasing work, quoting or doing admin.
About Safe Planet
Safe Planet has been operating since **** and is now in its 7th year.
We're an Accredited Provider under the Victorian Energy Upgrades (VEU) program, helping Melbourne households transition from old gas heating to productive reverse-cycle air conditioning.
We also operate across hot water, solar and batteries.
Established:Trading since ****, with our office and warehouse in Epping
VEU Accredited Provider:Working under strict compliance and audit requirements
Busy and growing:Our dedicated sales and assessment team keeps the installation calendar moving
In-house support:Stock, scheduling, assessments and customer management are handled by our team
Long-term opportunity:We're building our own installation crews as the business grows
Our office and warehouse are based in Epping, with jobs across metropolitan Melbourne.
What's On Offer
$118,000–$138,000 + super
Higher end of the range for gas fitting licence holders
Paid overtime
Fully maintained work vehicle and fuel card
Phone provided
Steady work throughout the year
No quoting, chasing jobs or invoicing
Tools, uniforms and equipment supplied, including nitrogen kit, vacuum pumps and recovery equipment
Stock organised through our own warehouse
Support with additional licensing, including gas fitting




Opportunity to progress into aLead Installer / Team Leaderrole
Exposure to hot water, solar and battery work as we expand
About the Role
You'll install ducted, split and multi‐head air‐conditioning systems in homes across Melbourne, with a large part of our work involving the replacement of old gas ducted heating with modern reverse‐cycle systems.
You'll work alongside our electricians, gasfitters and installation support team and take ownership of the quality of each installation from start to finish.
Key Responsibilities
Install ducted, split and multi‐head air‐conditioning systems
Work with brands including Midea, Daikin, Mitsubishi, Rinnai and Panasonic
Replace existing gas ducted heating with reverse‐cycle systems
Install indoor and outdoor units, ductwork, return air, copper pipework and drains
Complete nitrogen pressure testing, deep vacuum and correct charging
Commission and test systems before handover
Show customers how to operate their new system
Complete required compliance documentation
Take clear photos and maintain job notes for VEU compliance
Record materials, variations and any additional works
Keep worksites clean and treat customers' homes with respect
What You'll Need
Relevant Victorian refrigerated air‐conditioning/plumbing registration or licence
Current ARCtick Refrigerant Handling Licence
Strong ducted and multi‐head installation experience
Current driver's licence
White Card
Comfortable working in roof spaces and under floors where required
Good communication with customers
Strong attention to installation quality
Reliable and team‐focused
Highly Regarded
Gasfitting licence or registration
VEU installation experience
Experience replacing gas ducted heating systems
Experience leading installation crews
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📌 Refrigeration Mechanic / Air Conditioning Installer (Fridgie) (Melbourne)
🏢 Safe Planet
📍 Melbourne