Australian Rail Technology (ART) manufactures and distributes specialist equipment for rail and tramway infrastructure and rolling stock across Australia and New Zealand. With extensive expertise spanning overhead wiring, rolling stock, substations and signalling systems, ART combines deep industry knowledge with strong engineering capabilities to deliver tailored solutions to its customers. As part of its continued growth, ART is opening a new office in Port Adelaide and is seeking a trade-qualified Refrigeration Technician to join its growing national team. This is an exciting prospect to contribute to the maintenance and remediation of rail HVAC and air-conditioning systems as ART takes on new projects and expands its presence across South Australia. Responsibilities
- Maintain and service rail air-conditioning (HVAC) units.
- Dismantle HVAC units, including degassing, and clean components as required.
- Test HVAC units on arrival and upon completion of maintenance or repairs.
- Assemble and reassemble HVAC components to required standards.
- Ensure required parts are available, identifying and ordering components as needed.
- Safely handle equipment and components using hand tools, hoists and trolleys.
- Overhaul rail mechanical components as the business expands into additional overhaul contracts.
- Complete paperwork to meet company quality requirements




- Participate in pre-work briefings and contribute ideas to improve work practices, safety and efficiency. Skills and Experience To succeed in this exciting new Adelaide-based role, you will be a qualified Refrigeration Technician with experience in the maintenance, servicing and repair of air-conditioning and/or refrigeration systems. You’ll bring a practical, hands-on approach, strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a small team. You will require:
- Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration, or an equivalent recognised trade qualification.
- Current Electrical B-Class Licence.
- Ability to work autonomously, prioritise tasks and meet required timeframes.
- Strong fault-finding skills and the ability to identify and resolve maintenance issues.
- Good communication skills and a collaborative, team-focused attitude.
- A current forklift licence (advantageous, but not essential). Apply Be part of something new in Adelaide while working for an established national company. This is your chance to bring your trade skills to a growing team, work on specialist rail equipment and build your experience as the business takes on new projects. Please forward your resume by clicking APPLY. For further information, contact Lachlan Jennings on [0422 258 496](tel:0422 258 496) or Joanne Blackman on [0435 890 145](tel:0435 890 145).

📌 HVAC Refrigeration Technician (Adelaide)
🏢 Blackman Recruitment
📍 Adelaide