Job Description

Maintain HVAC systems supporting critical aviation operations

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Join a supportive team focused on safety and professionalism

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Melbourne Airport location with Victorian and interstate travel

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Summary

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We are seeking a highly motivated, qualified and experienced HVAC Technician to maintain and install aviation-critical air conditioning and mechanical systems that support Australia's National Airways System.

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If you are passionate about maintaining high-reliability HVAC systems and are interested in expanding your expertise into unique aviation technologies including RADAR infrastructure and power generation systems, this opportunity offers a rewarding and meaningful career within Australia's aviation industry.

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This is a Melbourne-based role with travel requirements across Victoria and occasionally interstate. You'll enjoy an attractive salary, excellent benefits, career development opportunities and the chance to contribute directly to Australia's aviation safety.

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The Organisation

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Airservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for the safe and efficient management of 11% of the world's airspace and provision of air traffic services at Australia's busiest airports.

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Our people are our greatest asset with a dynamic and diverse team operating from locations across the country - from bustling cities to regional and remote locations. This team keep's Australia's aviation industry protected every day of the year, both in the air and on the ground.

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We connect people with their world safely – linking family and friends, generating economic activity, creating jobs, and facilitating trade and tourism.

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Airservices is committed to fostering a culture that is diverse, inclusive, and respectful. We encourage motivated individuals who love what they do, value a service first mindset, and embrace a challenge to explore a career with Airservices. In return you will be a valued team member, be offered flexibility and experience a meaningful career in an exciting, ever-evolving aviation industry.

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The Role & The Team

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We are seeking a highly motivated, qualified and experienced HVAC Technician to maintain and install aviation-critical air conditioning and mechanical systems that support Australia's National Airways System.

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If you are passionate about maintaining high-reliability HVAC systems and are interested in expanding your expertise into unique aviation technologies including RADAR infrastructure and power generation systems, this opportunity offers a rewarding and meaningful career within Australia's aviation industry.

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This is a Melbourne-based role with travel requirements across Victoria and occasionally interstate. You'll enjoy an attractive salary, excellent benefits, career development opportunities and the chance to contribute directly to Australia's aviation safety.

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What you'll do

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- Performing preventative and corrective maintenance activities in accordance with prescribed procedures and standards.
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- Undertaking installation and project activities on HVAC and associated mechanical systems.
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- Maintaining an awareness of operational impacts when performing work on Airservices systems.
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- Accurately recording maintenance activities within maintenance management systems.
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- Identifying and implementing opportunities for continuous improvement.
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- Working effectively with internal stakeholders to ensure successful service delivery.
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- Supporting and coaching team members where required.
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- Complying with safety, environmental, risk and governance requirements.
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- Working independently and managing tasks with limited supervision
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Please see the link below to view the full Position Description:

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Technician Band 2_3 .pdf

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The Person

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The successful applicant will have:

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- Significant experience maintaining and installing commercial and industrial HVAC systems including chilled water systems, cooling towers, air handling units, building control systems, packaged units and split systems.
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- Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills.
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- The ability to plan, prioritise and organise work effectively with limited guidance.
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- Knowledge of relevant legislation, standards, policies and procedures.
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- A commitment to safety, teamwork and exceptional customer service.
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- Proven ability to work independently while contributing to a high-performing team.
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The following qualifications are essential to be considered for this role:

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- Certificate III in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
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- Current Restricted Electrical Licence (or Victorian equivalent).
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- Current Australian Driver's Licence.
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- Current CPR/LVR qualification (or willingness to obtain).
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- Construction Industry White Card.
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- Ability to obtain and maintain an Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC).
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- Australian Citizenship (required to obtain and maintain the necessary Defence Baseline Security Clearance).
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- Relevant trade licences required under legislative and Airservices requirements
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Desirable Qualifications & Experience

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- ACMA Data Cabling Licence.
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- Experience with diesel generators and power generation systems.
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- High Risk Work Licence - Dogging.
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- Forklift Licence or willingness to obtain.
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- Experience working within operational, critical infrastructure or aviation environments.
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Security Clearance

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To be eligible, you must be an Australian citizen and able to obtain and maintain a Defence Baseline Security Clearance and Aviation Security Identification Card (ASIC). Please refer to the security check requirementssuccessful applicants will be required to undertake as part of the recruitment process.

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Why Join Airservices?

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- Purpose-driven work: Help maintain infrastructure that supports the safe movement of millions of passengers every year.
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- Career development: Access ongoing training, development and learning opportunities within a highly specialised technical environment.
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- Job security: Permanent employment with a respected national organisation.
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- Supportive team culture: Work alongside experienced technical professionals committed to safety and operational excellence.
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- Unique industry exposure: Gain experience maintaining critical infrastructure that supports one of the world's safest aviation systems.
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Diversity & Inclusion

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At Airservices Australia, we embrace and thrive on diversity of thought, perspectives and capabilities because we know the benefits of having a workforce that is representative of the community we serve.

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We actively encourage and welcome candidates from all cultural backgrounds, gender identities, people living with disability, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to apply.

📌 HVAC Technician (Victoria)
🏢 Airservices Australia
📍 Victoria