Technician Refrigeration

Properties, Facilities & Development (PF&D) plays an important role in ensuring Curtin’s physical presence supports the University’s vision to be a recognised global leader in research, education and engagement. The department is responsible for the planning, delivery, maintenance and operation of great places where people come first. 

Your new role 

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced Refrigeration Technician to join our vibrant and creative Operations and Maintenance team. This role provides comprehensive technical support to maintain and enhance the University’s physical environment.  This includes preventative, breakdown and emergency maintenance.
In this role you will  

• Undertake statutory, preventative, breakdown and emergency maintenance, analysing, diagnosing and resolving technical problems related to University’s physical infrastructure and systems. 
• Repair, test and commission equipment/systems, as appropriate. 
• Provide a coordinated and comprehensive client service whereby client requests for maintenance work are responded to in a positive and timely fashion. 
• Provide clients with details such as estimated timeframes for work which needs to be carried out and advise of potential safety issues and disruptions to the area, keeping the client informed of delays and any other problems that arise in the course of the work being carried out. 
• Provide accurate and up to date written reports and records pertaining to work carried out and materials used and update relevant maintenance management databases. 
• Supervise and monitor maintenance work carried out by external contractors to ensure a satisfactory service is provided and to ensure compliance with University policy and procedures and statutory regulations and statutory regulations. 
• Supervise and provide training and guidance to apprentices in the use of equipment, process and tools. 

• Easily accessible location with great parking, bus station and end of trip facilities 
• Vibrant campus with an array of food trucks, coffee shops and restaurants 
• Wellness is part of our culture, and we encourage positive lifestyle choices through a range of activities and initiatives. 
• A vibrant campus with gym, child care, wellness programs, medical and counselling services. 
• Opportunity for on-going career development  

For further information on Curtin and all of our employee benefits visit https://about.curtin.edu.au/jobs/ 

We are looking for someone with… 

• Completion of a Certificate III (or Advanced/Post trade Certificate or equivalent) with extensive relevant experience. 
• Possess a restricted electrical license and Australian Refrigeration Council accreditation. 
• Demonstrated analytical and diagnostic skills. 
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. 
• Demonstrated ability to organise workloads and priorities to meet deadlines and work objectives. 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as effectively with others in a team. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Occupational Health and Safety principles and practices. 
• Demonstrated ability to interpret hardware manuals, service manuals, and technical and construction drawings.   

Candidates should note that some Curtin University positions are covered by the Mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy for WA workforces. www.wa.gov.au/government/announcements/mandatory-covid-19-vaccination-policy-wa-workforces

If the position you are applying for is covered by this policy, you will be required to provide evidence of your COVID-19 vaccination status (or formally granted exemption) prior to commencing employment.

Please apply on-line with a cover letter and resume to enable us to assess your suitability for the role. If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the recruitment process please advise in your cover letter. 

To view a copy of the role’s Position Description, please copy and paste the following link into your browser: 

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Applications close: 9:00pm AWST, Wednesday 2nd February 2022

Contact details  

If you have a query in relation to the application process please contact our careers team on [email protected]  

Inclusion and Diversity at Curtin 

We are committed to ensuring that Curtin has an inclusive environment, free from harassment, in which all students, staff and the community feel respected, valued and welcome.  

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, women, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and are committed to making reasonable adjustments to enable people with disability to participate fully in our recruitment, selection and appointment processes. 

We have received recognition in this area:

• Voted one of Australia’s Inclusive Employers for 2019-2020 (Diversity Council of Australia). 
• Have become one of the first Universities to receive accreditation for an Elevated Reconciliation Action Plan. 
• Achieved Athena Swan Bronze Accreditation (2018-2020). 
• Voted 16th best workplace for new dads in Australia (HBF - Direct Advice for Dads, 2019) 

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.