Airmax Solutions | Melbourne North & West | Full time

The role

Airmax Solutions is a growing HVAC installation business specialising in high-end residential projects, refrigerated ducted systems, VRV/VRF installations and light commercial fitouts.

We're looking for an experienced Leading Hand HVAC Installer to take ownership of day-to-day installations, lead our on-site team and help drive the next stage of our business.

This is a hands-on leadership role. You'll still be installing systems, but you'll also be the person keeping projects organised, the team productive and our workmanship standards consistently high.

We're deliberately building a small, capable team rather than chasing growth for the sake of it. We're looking for someone who wants to play an important part in that.

What you'll be doing

- Leading residential and light commercial HVAC installations from start to finish.
- Coordinating daily tasks, materials and workflow to keep projects moving efficiently.
- Working alongside and guiding apprentices and other installers.
- Communicating professionally with clients, builders and other trades on-site.
- Maintaining high standards of workmanship, presentation and site cleanliness.
- Identifying potential issues early and working through practical solutions.
- Providing management with project updates, labour progress and material requirements.
- Taking ownership of day-to-day site operations while working closely with the business owner.

Who we're looking for

You're a qualified, experienced HVAC installer who's confident in your technical ability and ready to take greater responsibility.

You'll ideally have:

- Strong experience installing refrigerated ducted air conditioning systems.
- Experience with residential renovations, new builds and complex installations.
- Exposure to VRV/VRF,



multi-head systems and light commercial projects - highly regarded.
- Relevant trade qualifications, licences and registrations.
- The ability to organise your own work and guide others effectively.
- Strong communication skills when dealing with clients, builders and your team.
- A practical, solutions-focused approach to challenges.
- Genuine pride in the quality and presentation of your work.

Previous leading hand experience is an advantage, but we're equally interested in an experienced installer who's ready to step into a leadership role.

What we're offering

- Competitive hourly rate based on experience and leadership capability.
- Fully fitted work van.
- Superannuation, overtime and applicable entitlements.
- Monday to Friday - no on-call or weekend callouts.
- Christmas shutdown.
- A variety of high-quality residential and commercial installations.
- Genuine input into how projects are planned and delivered.
- Opportunity to help develop our team and grow with the business.
- Direct access to the owner, with support and autonomy to do your job properly.

How we operate

We're a small team that values quality workmanship, efficiency, accountability and doing the right thing by our clients.

We're not looking for someone who needs to be micromanaged, and we're not looking for someone who just wants to delegate everything to others.

We're looking for someone who leads by example, takes ownership and enjoys bringing out the best in the people working alongside them.

You'll have the freedom to make day-to-day decisions within clear expectations, with the backing of a business owner who values your experience and input.

If you're an experienced HVAC installer looking for more responsibility, a strong team environment and the opportunity to make a genuine impact, we'd like to hear from you.

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📌 Leading Hand HVAC Installer (Melbourne)
🏢 Airmax Solutions
📍 Melbourne