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Ventia’s acquisition of Broadspectrum, completed in June 2020, brings together two highly complementary businesses, each with a proud heritage of providing essential infrastructure services in Australia and New Zealand. We are one of the largest suppliers of essential services in the region, and are proud to provide the expertise to keep infrastructure working for our communities. No one else does exactly what we do in the way we do it.

The Role

Ventia are seeking an experienced and qualified HVAC / Refrigeration Technician to deliver services supporting our long term Defence Base Services contract.
 
This position will see you based at the Woomera Defence Precinct, in an ongoing, full time position within the Estate Upkeep team.
 
The HVAC / Refrigeration Technician will provide leadership on and undertake a range of maintenance activities, including inspections, preventative maintenance, repairs and planned works.
 

 In addition, the responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Joining the internal trades’ team that includes: HVAC, Electrical, Carpentry and Plumbing disciplines, where together you will ensure efficient completion of maintenance and repair works
• Effectively diagnose problems, repair HVAC systems and ensure test plans are in accordance with quality and technical procedures, work instructions and safe practices
• Proven knowledge of legislative requirements regarding operation of building facilities, especially HVAC systems
• Complete work orders and verify tasks in accordance with defence requirements
• Entry of work orders into the maintenance system
• Report and qualify detected equipment faults to supervisors
• Carry out auditing & condition assessments of defence assets

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Cert III Electro-Technology Qualification
• SA Restricted Electrical Licence (Minimum)
• Unrestricted Electrical Licence (Advantageous) 
• ARCTick Refrigerant Handling License
• Valid Australian Drivers Licence
• Be experienced within facilities and commercial maintenance
• Experience leading diverse trade groups
   

Benefits

• This is your chance to experience the safe, rewarding and performance driven culture you deserve
• You will be required to reside in the Woomera Township in order to satisfy the requirements of the role
• Defence housing will be made available at an affordable rental rate at the incumbents cost

About Woomera 
A town of historical significance owned by the Department of Defence and located in the Far North Region of South Australia.  
Ventia plays an important role as an industry partner and offers a range of strategic services to support Defence operations in this unique and important location. 
Located just 45 minutes from Roxby Downs, 2 hours from Port Augusta and 2.5 hours from Whyalla, working from Woomera gives you the opportunity to explore one of the most unique, vast and beautiful landscapes Australia has to offer.

If you are seeking an opportunity to play a pivotal role in supporting Defence and working from this unique location then this is the perfect opportunity for you.

To Apply

• Please visit the Careers section of our website or click “APPLY” to forward your application CV
• The incumbent to this role must be eligible to hold a Defence Security Clearance up to the level of Negative Vetting Level 1 (Secret). As a result of this requirement the incumbent must be an Australian Citizen

We acknowledge the importance of our people’s diverse experiences, talents and cultures. Embracing diversity and creating inclusion is a key component of our talent strategy. The creation of a diverse, inclusive workforce is central to our ability to unlock potential and enhance our success.
To apply for this role, please click the apply button on this page.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply for this vacancy.
Position Reference Number: 111199