HVAC / Refrigeration Technician | Service & Projects | $50–$60/hr + Vehicle

Earn $50–$60/hr plus penalties, with plenty of overtime opportunities

$1,500 sign-on bonus available for the right candidate

Company vehicle for work and personal use, with fuel card provided

Looking for a sea change?

Avoid the southern winter and make the move to sunny & warm Darwin.

Enjoy everything the Top End lifestyle has to offer — fishing, camping, boating, warm weather, short commutes and a relaxed lifestyle — while earning above award money and working on quality commercial HVAC and mechanical systems.

Mechanical Building Services NT is a locally owned Darwin business with big-business capability. We’re growing and looking for experienced HVAC / Refrigeration Technicians to join our team across service, maintenance, installation and project works.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants variety, long-term stability, strong hourly rates, and the chance to work across quality commercial sites without being lost in a large corporate structure.

You’ll work directly with the business owners, be supported by a good team, and be part of a company where your contribution genuinely matters.

Earn $50–$60/hr + super + penalties, with plenty of overtime opportunities

Company vehicle for work and personal use, with fuel card provided

Relocation assistance available for the right applicant, including support finding suitable accommodation

Immediate start available for the right applicant

Electricians looking to broaden their experience and complete their Refrigeration and Air Conditioning trade are also strongly encouraged to reach out

$1,500 sign-on bonus available for the right candidate

Primarily Darwin-based work with limited remote travel

Weekly pay

About Us

Mechanical Building Services NT is a Darwin-based air conditioning, refrigeration and mechanical services company working across commercial, industrial and premium mechanical sites throughout Darwin and the Northern Territory.

We provide service, maintenance, breakdown support, installations, upgrades and mechanical project works across a wide range of systems in Darwin city.

We are a locally owned business with strong capability, steady growth and a focus on quality workmanship, good communication and long-term client relationships.

You won’t just be another number here — you’ll work with a supportive team, have direct access to the business owners, and be part of a business that is continuing to grow.

The Type of Work

This role is suited to technicians who enjoy variety.

Depending on your experience and strengths, you will be involved in service, maintenance, installation, replacement works, upgrades or larger commercial mechanical projects.

Our work includes a broad range of commercial HVAC and mechanical infrastructure, including:

Chilled water systems

Chillers of various types

Air handling units

Pumps and associated mechanical plant

Packaged air conditioning units

VRF / VRV systems

Split systems

Refrigeration & cool/ Freezer rooms

BMS and controls

Mechanical ventilation systems

End-of-life plant replacements

Commercial fit-outs and upgrade works

We work across a wide range of commercial and mechanical sites, giving the right person the opportunity to broaden their experience and develop beyond standard domestic or light commercial air conditioning work.

Who We’re Looking For

We are looking for reliable and motivated technicians who take pride in their work and want to be part of a growing local team.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning trade qualification

Current ARCtick licence

Current Australian driver’s licence

Experience in HVAC, refrigeration, service, maintenance, installation or project work

Good communication skills

Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team

A professional attitude and strong attention to detail

Willingness to learn and broaden your experience

Experience with larger commercial sites, chilled water plants, chillers, BMS, VRF / VRV, or mechanical systems will be highly regarded, but is not essential for the right applicant.

Electricians looking to broaden their experience and complete their Refrigeration and Air Conditioning trade are also strongly encouraged to reach out.

What We Offer

$50–$60/hr + super + penalties, based on experience

$1,500 sign-on bonus available

Plenty of overtime opportunities

Weekly pay

Company vehicle & fuel for work and personal use

Uniforms and PPE supplied

Phone allowance or work phone, where required

Relocation assistance available for the right applicant

Support finding suitable accommodation for interstate applicants

Immediate start available

Primarily Darwin-based work with limited remote travel

Long-term stable employment

Wide variety of commercial HVAC, refrigeration and mechanical work

Supportive and fun team environment

Direct access to business owners

Opportunity to grow with a local NT business

Why Join MBS?

At Mechanical Building Services NT, you won’t be stuck doing the same thing every day or treated like just another number.

We are a growing local business with the capability to take on serious commercial HVAC and mechanical work. You’ll get variety, support, direct communication with the owners, and the opportunity to build a long-term role around your strengths.

Whether your background is service, maintenance, installation, projects, or electrical, we’re open to speaking with good people who want to grow with us.

How to Apply

Submit your resume through SEEK.

Don’t have an updated resume? No problem — send through your details or reach out for a confidential chat.

All applications and enquiries will be treated confidentially.

Important

Applicants must have full Australian working rights.

This is not a sponsorship role and employer sponsorship is not available for this position.