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Engineering Tradesperson - Air-conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic
Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services, Townsville University Hospital
Summary
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Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
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| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Trades |
| Classification | HBEA10-HBEA6 |
| Workplace Location | Townsville region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/TV678970 |
| Closing date | 21-Apr-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Paul Judge |
| Contact details | (07) 4433 5237 Access the National Relay Service |
About your employer
Clinical Excellence
The Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) organisation offers a diverse and dynamic healthcare environment, providing access to cutting-edge medical practices, advanced research, and specialised clinical expertise. As a leading tertiary and referral service, we foster continuous professional development, allowing staff to work on complex cases, engage with multidisciplinary teams, and contribute to innovative healthcare solutions.
Career Growth and Development
We support career progression with structured pathways, secondment opportunities, and access to education and training programs. Whether specialising in a clinical field, upskilling in Digital Health, or transitioning to leadership roles, employees benefit from mentorship, professional development initiatives, and strong institutional partnerships with James Cook University (JCU).
Supportive Workplace Culture and Regional Advantage
A strong community-driven culture makes our organisation an attractive workplace, fostering collaboration, inclusion, and professional support. We balance metro-level healthcare opportunities with a regional feel, offering short commutes, access to rural and urban facilities, and a close-knit professional network. Employees experience a unique blend of career growth and lifestyle flexibility without the hustle of larger cities.
Work/Life Balance and Lifestyle Benefits
Nestled within beautiful North Queensland, the rural, urban, country and coastal locations found within the Townsville HHS region provides vibrant and unique communities, affordable living with stunning landscapes, outdoor adventures, and a relaxed lifestyle.
Townsville HHS prioritises employee wellbeing, offering flexible work arrangements, stable job security, and a family-friendly environment. Staff benefit from regional opportunities while maintaining modern healthcare advantages.
Competitive salary and benefits:
We offer attractive remuneration packages and generous leave entitlements.
- Salary range: $76,530 to $90,332 p.a. (HBEA9-HBEA6)
- 4 to 6 weeks annual leave with 14%-17.5% loading
- 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
- District, tool, skills infrastructure delivery and maintenance allowances
- Plus great salary packaging options to increase take-home pay
- Flexible working arrangements may be available
About your opportunity
The Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services (BEMS) Department supports the Townsville Hospital and Health Service (HHS) in the facilitation of safe, effective and sustainable healthcare services through the best practice delivery of:
- Asset and critical infrastructure management functions and capability
- Asset maintenance functions and capability
- Minor works, project development and delivery
The Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic will undertake work on domestic, commercial and industrial Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Refrigeration (HVAC R) systems, including planned preventive maintenance and minor works projects, as required in the construction and maintenance of buildings, plant and equipment that support the THHS in delivering safe, effective and sustainable healthcare services.
Requirements:
The following mandatory qualification and professional registration applies to this position:
- Queensland trade certificate in Air-conditioning and Refrigeration
- Queensland Restricted Electrical Work Licence.
- Arctic Refrigerant Handling Licence
- C Class motor vehicle licence.
Please refer to the Role Description for further details.
Interested?
Enquiries: Paul Judge on (07) 4433 5237.
Applications close: Tuesday, 21 April 2026.
Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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