1st Year Apprentice: Air-conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic (HVAC)

1st Year Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Apprentice

Premiair Air Conditioning is looking for a motivated 1st Year Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Apprentice to join our Melbourne team.

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start their career in the HVAC industry and gain hands-on experience working across commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems.

We are ideally looking for someone who has completed a relevant pre-apprenticeship and is ready to take the next step into the trade.

About Premiair

Premiair is an established commercial mechanical services contractor providing HVAC, refrigeration and associated maintenance services to a broad range of clients across Melbourne.

Our team works across commercial facilities, giving our apprentices exposure to a variety of equipment, sites and practical experience throughout their apprenticeship.

About the Apprenticeship

Working alongside our qualified HVAC technicians, you will learn the skills required to become a qualified Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Mechanic.

As a first-year apprentice, your work will include:

• Assisting technicians with servicing and preventative maintenance of commercial HVAC equipment

• Assisting with fault finding, repairs and breakdowns

• Learning to diagnose and rectify faults under the guidance of qualified technicians

• Assisting with the installation of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment

• Using hand and power tools safely and correctly

• Learning about different HVAC systems, components and controls

• Completing service documentation and other job requirements

• Maintaining a high standard of workplace health and safety

• Attending TAFE and completing the required coursework throughout your apprenticeship

About You

We aren't expecting you to know everything already. We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to build a career in the HVAC trade and is prepared to learn, work hard and be reliable.

Ideally, you will have:

• Completed or be completing a relevant air conditioning, refrigeration or electrotechnology pre-apprenticeship

• A genuine interest in air conditioning, refrigeration and mechanical systems

• A practical, hands-on and mechanically minded approach

• A strong work ethic and willingness to learn

• Good attention to detail

• A reliable and punctual approach to work

• The ability to listen, follow instructions and work well as part of a team

• A strong attitude towards workplace safety

• A current driver's license.

Completion of Year 12 is preferred but not essential.

What We Offer

• A full-time apprenticeship with an established commercial HVAC business

• Hands-on experience across a range of commercial HVAC equipment and sites

• The opportunity to work alongside experienced and qualified HVAC technicians

• Exposure to servicing, maintenance, fault finding, repairs and installations

• Support while completing your trade qualification

• A friendly and practical team environment

• The opportunity to build a long-term career in the HVAC industry

Ready to Start Your HVAC Career?

If you have completed a pre-apprenticeship, enjoy practical work and are serious about building a career in air conditioning and refrigeration, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now with your resume and tell us a little about why you want to get into the HVAC trade.

Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.