Refrigeration Engineer

Employer is is a leading HVAC, Electrical & Refrigeration firm based northwest of Pukekohe known for its innovative and forward-thinking approach to industry-specific projects. We are family-owned and established in 2009 and now have multiple sites in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington and Otago. With a strong commitment to excellence and a reputation for delivering high-quality designs. We live by our family values, support our local community, sponsor Coastguard and are involved with the Volunteer Fire Service.

Our projects span a wide range of industries and clients, including Hospitals, Supermarkets, Schools and Quarries. This diversity offers a variety of exciting and engaging opportunities to get involved with.

We are currently looking for a Refrigeration Engineer to join our awesome team working on a variety of projects in Auckland. This role will involve installation, servicing, and maintenance of refrigeration and HVAC systems, including complex plant and control systems.

Key Responsibilities (include but not limited to):

Installation, servicing, and maintenance of commercial and industrial refrigeration systems

Fault finding, diagnostics, and repairs across a range of HVAC-R systems

Working on plant equipment including compressors, condensers, evaporators, and control systems

Maintaining a high level of communication with team members, clients, and stakeholders

Ensuring all work is carried out safely and in compliance with industry standards

Providing guidance and leadership to less experienced staff

Completing job documentation accurately using systems such as Simpro

The Ideal Candidate Will Have

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Trade Qualification (this is a must)

Experience working in supermarkets

Current Electrical Service Technician (EST) licence (or ability to obtain)

Full driver’s licence, this is a must due to usage of a company vehicle

Strong fault-finding and problem-solving skills

Experience working with commercial refrigeration systems and HVAC equipment

Experience with controls and/or BMS systems (desirable)

Experience with CO2 or other modern refrigerant systems (advantageous)

Strong communication and customer service skills

Ability to work across multiple projects and manage time effectively

A proactive approach and willingness to learn and grow

Good computer skills (Simpro experience beneficial but not essential)

Must be able to pass pre employment checks including drug testing and MOJ (MOJ must be clean)

Physically fit & strong and comfortable with Manual labour

Have an up to date CV on file

Flexibility to work additional hours when required

What We Offer

Opportunity to work for a national HVAC-R, Electrical & Plumbing company

Health insurance plan (after 6 months of employment)

Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

Generous hourly rate, company vehicle and phone

A supportive, team-focused environment with strong family values