Senior Automotive Air Conditioning Technician — Short-Term Contract

Jack Frost Car Air Conditioning is an established specialist workshop seeking an experienced Senior Technician for a short-term contract to support our busy team.

We are looking for a highly skilled technician with exceptional diagnostic ability and the confidence to handle complex repairs across all vehicle makes and models, including European vehicles and major dashboard removals.

This is not an entry-level role. You must be able to hit the ground running, independently diagnosing and completing advanced automotive air conditioning repairs efficiently and with a high level of care for customers’ vehicles.

What We Offer

- $40–$55 per hour + Super, based on experience and capability

- Short-term contract, with duration and start date discussed during the application process

- Performance team bonus structure

- Strong workflow and consistent workload throughout the contract

- Supportive, experienced team

- Company-paid Friday RDOs during peak season

- Variety of work across all makes and models

- Optional overtime and Saturday work available

- Air-conditioned workshop

About the Role

You will be responsible for:

- Diagnosing automotive air conditioning faults accurately and efficiently

- Handling large-scale repairs from start to finish

- Completing compressor, condenser, TX valve, evaporator, receiver/drier, hose and other component replacements

- Performing complex dashboard removals and reassembly

- Working across a wide range of vehicles, including European makes





- Providing clear workshop notes and detailed job card information in our CRM

- Recommending preventative repair options where appropriate

- Supporting workshop workflow and assisting other technicians where required

- Maintaining workshop cleanliness, organisation and professional standards

- Working efficiently while minimising mistakes and comebacks

Essential Requirements

- Minimum 2 years’ post-apprenticeship experience

- Solid automotive air conditioning diagnostic experience

- Ability to confidently handle complex repairs independently

- Experience with large dash-out repairs

- Strong understanding of refrigeration components and system operation

- High attention to detail and care for customer vehicles

- Ability to work unsupervised and settle quickly into an established team

- Professional attitude and strong communication skills

- Team leadership and workshop coordination ability

- Pride in workmanship and organisation

- Recognised automotive trade certificate

- Current ARC Tick licence for automotive air conditioning work

- Australian citizenship with full work rights

- Availability to commit to the agreed contract period

Highly Regarded (But Not Essential)

- 4x4 12V and auto electrical knowledge

- Experience with dual battery systems, DC chargers, lithium setups or accessory installations

If you take pride in your workmanship and are looking for short-term work in a respected specialist workshop, we’d like to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume, relevant experience, earliest start date and availability.

📌 Senior Automotive Air Conditioning Technician — Short-Term Contract (Mount Gravatt)
🏢 Jack Frost Car Air Conditioning
📍 Mount Gravatt