HVAC and Refrigeration Technician

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

Sydney NSW

Air Conditioning and Refrigeration (Trades and Services)

Government - State (Government and Defence)

Full time

65,364 - 75,168

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time

Position Classification: Electrical Tradesperson Level 1

Remuneration: Level 1-65,364.00, Level 2-68,632.00, Level 3-71,900.00, Level 4-75,168.00 per annum plus superannuation

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: St.George Hospital, Kogarah

Applications close: Sunday 21 December 2025

The Role

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.

The Heating, Venting and Air-Conditioning (HVAC) and Refrigeration Technician is part of the Facilities Management function within South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) and is responsible for the provision of efficient and effective services related to heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration.

The position addresses, maintains, and resolves daily operational issues across SESLHD facilities.

Benefits:

Up to 12 allocated days off each year in addition to annual leave.

Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to 9K for living expenses and 2.6K meal and entertainment and Novated Leasing.

Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.

Discounted Private Health Insurance.

Selection Criteria:

A trade qualification in HVAC/refrigeration with knowledge and understanding of the application of relevant Australian Standards and Codes of Practice.

Demonstrated good organisational and time management skills with the ability to work under minimal supervision while following safe work practices.

Proven skills in fault finding and problem solving, including the ability to interpret building and services plans.

Demonstrated HVAC and refrigeration experience in the maintenance of large building complexes and facility maintenance, and proven ability to work and cooperate with a multidisciplinary team of trade, non-trade, and contractors to efficiently deliver maintenance services in a busy work environment.

Demonstrated skills and experience in the use of computerised building management control systems to monitor, control, fault find and adjust systems and associated controllers.

Demonstrated sound interpersonal skills, including written and oral communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and personally with key stakeholders in the workplace.

Demonstrated computer literacy, including use of Microsoft Office and work order systems.

Current Drivers Licence and willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position.

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For role related queries or questions contact Robert Gardiner on robert.gardiner@health.nsw.gov.au