Ready for a role where your trade skills are genuinely needed?

As Gladstone Hospital’s Refrigeration Mechanic, you’ll take on the practical challenges of keeping critical refrigeration, air-conditioning and chilled water systems running reliably. From diagnosing breakdowns to installing equipment and maintaining complex plant, your expertise will help ensure patients and staff have a safe, functional hospital environment.

You’ll work alongside other trades, tackle varied maintenance jobs and use your problem-solving skills where they count. If you’re looking for hands-on work with real responsibility and a clear purpose beyond the tools, we’d love to hear from you!

Job details

About us:

Gladstone Maintenance keeps the hospital's essential infrastructure and equipment safe, reliable and operational. With in-house trades including electrical, plumbing and refrigeration, the team delivers preventative maintenance, mandatory safety inspections and a 24-hour breakdown response service. Their work is vital to maintaining a safe, functional healthcare environment, ensuring facilities and essential services are ready to support patients, staff and the wider Gladstone community when they're needed most.

About the role:

• Maintain, install, commission, test and repair refrigeration, air-conditioning and mechanical equipment across Gladstone Hospital and other CQHHS facilities as required.
• Deliver preventative and corrective maintenance to keep essential building services safe, reliable and compliant with legislative and organisational standards.
• Complete minor works, equipment replacements and new installations, collaborating with other trades and contractors.
• Provide technical advice, accurate maintenance records and work reports to support efficient service delivery and quality patient care.
• Participate in on-call rosters, overtime and emergency or disaster recovery responses, while maintaining workplace health and safety standards.

About you:

• Recognised Refrigeration Mechanic trade qualification, current Refrigerant Handling Licence and Restricted Electrical Licence.
• Current White Card, Working at Heights and Confined Space certifications.
• Demonstrated experience maintaining refrigeration, air-conditioning and mechanical services in a large or complex facility, with sound knowledge of chilled water plants, systems and controls.
• Strong problem-solving, organisational and prioritisation skills, with the ability to deliver quality work within required timeframes.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills, the ability to work independently, and knowledge of workplace health and safety requirements and relevant legislation.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $103,065 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $38.59 - $45.55 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) GL6J695294

Applications close: Tuesday, 10 November 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• GL6J695294 - Refrigeration Mechanic (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)