Engineering Trades Australia (ETA) is currently seeking an experienced Refrigeration Technician for an immediate-start FIFO opportunity within the mining industry.

This role will involve maintaining and servicing large-scale industrial refrigeration and HVAC systems across both surface and underground operations. Candidates with solid experience in ammonia refrigeration plants, mine cooling systems and industrial HVAC equipment are encouraged to apply.

There is also the potential for a permanent sign-on opportunity for the right candidate.

The Role
FIFO/DIDO from Townsville or Cairns
8:6 or 7:7 roster options
Day and night shifts available
Wednesday-to-Wednesday swing
Work across both surface and underground mining operations
$75 per hour
Immediate start available
Contract duration currently unconfirmed
Potential for permanent employment for the right candidate

Key Experience Required

Candidates must have experience working with large-scale refrigeration, cooling and HVAC systems, ideally within hard-rock mining or heavy industrial environments.

Relevant equipment and systems include:
Large ammonia refrigeration plants
Large R134A cooling plants




Bulk air coolers
Mine cooling packs
Water chillers and heat exchangers
Winder and lubrication system chillers
HVAC switchboard pack units
Packaged air conditioners
Split-system air conditioning
Emergency refuge chambers

About You
Qualified Refrigeration Technician with relevant trade qualifications
Demonstrated experience maintaining and troubleshooting industrial refrigeration systems
Solid understanding of HVAC and mine cooling infrastructure
Previous hard-rock mining experience highly regarded
Ability to work safely across surface and underground settings
Available for an immediate start and the required FIFO roster

The Opportunity

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Refrigeration Technician to secure a competitive FIFO role working on complex refrigeration and cooling infrastructure within the mining sector. With an attractive hourly rate, flexible roster options and potential for permanent employment, this opportunity will suit someone looking for their next mining assignment.
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📌 Refrigeration Technician Dido/ Fifo Cairns Regional
🏢 Engineering Trades Australia
📍 Cairns Regional