Ever wondered where a trade can take you? Build a career in refrigeration while helping keep Rockhampton's healthcare facilities safe, comfortable and running smoothly.

This four-year apprenticeship combines hands-on experience alongside qualified Refrigeration Mechanics with formal TAFE studies, giving you the opportunity to develop a valuable trade qualification while learning on the job.

If you enjoy practical work, figuring out how things operate and being part of a team, this is your chance to turn that interest into a career. Bring your willingness to learn, and we'll help you build the skills to get there!

Job details

About us:

Behind every safe, functional healthcare facility is a team making sure everything works as it should. Building, Engineering and Maintenance Services (BEMS) keeps CQ Health facilities operating through a skilled team of trades, technical, operational and administrative professionals based across Central Queensland. From electrical, plumbing and carpentry to essential preventative maintenance and 24-hour breakdown support, the team ensures facilities are safe, compliant and ready to support the delivery of quality healthcare across our communities.

About the role:

• Complete a structured apprenticeship combining hands-on experience, on-the-job training and formal TAFE studies to qualify as an Engineering Tradesperson (Refrigeration).
• Work alongside experienced Refrigeration Mechanics, assisting with daily tasks and developing practical trade skills.
• Help maintain and support refrigeration services across Rockhampton facilities, contributing to safe, reliable healthcare environments.
• Follow workplace health and safety procedures, including the correct use of protective clothing and equipment.
• Attend TAFE classes, complete apprenticeship requirements and work professionally with staff, patients and visitors while maintaining confidentiality.

About you:

• Ability to undertake hands-on manual work and understand technical information and instructions.
• A team-focused approach, with the ability to organise tasks, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with confidence interacting professionally with people at all levels.
• Minimum Year 10 education, with sound passes in English and Mathematics; pre-vocational training is desirable.
• A commitment to workplace safety, ethical behaviour, equal opportunity, anti-discrimination and respectful working practices.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $75,346 p.a. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $20.61 - $33.30 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

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

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) RK6K696709

Applications close: Tuesday, 8 December 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• Information for Applicants (PDF)
  
  RK6K696709 - Apprentice Refrigeration Mechanic (PDF)