Australian Portable Camps is a South Australian based, vertically integrated innovative manufacturer that operates throughout Australia.

We currently have a vacancy for an experienced Airconditioning and Refrigeration Mechanic.

If successful, you will be required to work with minimal supervision and be able to achieve high-quality workmanship. You will enjoy a unique workplace, where all workers are valued, respected and looked after at all levels. Being a family run company we understand, and treasure family values and time and we care for your wellbeing.

The position

establishing job requirements from drawings and specifications, and laying out installation reference points

drilling holes, installing mounting brackets and cutting, bending and threading piping

installing and repairing components such as compressors, motors, condensers, evaporators, switches and gauges, and copper lines for steam, gas, refrigerant, compressed air, oil and chilled water

bolting, soldering, riveting, welding and brazing pipes to connect equipment, and checking alignment and accuracy of fit

filling systems with gas or fluid to check for leaks

test-operating refrigeration systems, checking mechanisms and making adjustments

removing test gas and fluid using vacuum pumps, and filling with refrigerant

checking and overhauling refrigeration systems, diagnosing faults and repairing and replacing defective components

adjusting system controls and mechanisms and reassembling systems

recording causes of malfunctioning and action taken

Minimum 3 years of working experience is required.

Qualifications and Attributes

WA Refrigeration Mechanic Licence

Current Arctic Licence

Must have experience with freezer, cold room and split systems

Must have a current driver’s licence and white card

Camp maintenance experience preferred

WA Electrical licence (A Class) - preferred

Cert III in Water and Waste Water Operations – preferred

Machinery tickets and High Risk licences – preferred

Be reliable, punctual and have good common sense and communication skills

High regards for safety and wellbeing of others

Working at Heights

First Aid/CPR

4WD qualification (preferred but not essential)

Competitive wages are paid weekly.

Salary $85,000 - $100,000

Only candidates who meet the criteria and have the right to work in Australia will be considered.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical including a drug and alcohol test.
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Applications close 25/09/2025