HVAC/Refrigeration Technician

Aquaheat Facility Services specialise in comprehensive facility maintenance solutions across New Zealand. Our dedicated team ensures that essential hard services including HVAC, boiler, refrigeration, electrical, plumbing, and carpentry operate seamlessly in commercial, industrial, and infrastructure settings. With over 70 years of experience, we pride ourselves on delivering reliable, high-quality maintenance, capital replacement, asset management and building compliance services that keep buildings safe, efficient, and comfortable. Aquaheat Facility Services is proud to be a member of the Horizon Energy Group of companies. About the role: Working Monday to Friday, 7:30am–4:00pm as part of our Wellington Facility Services team, as a HVAC Maintenance Technician, your key responsibilities include: • Performing scheduled maintenance, servicing and repairs on HVAC systems across commercial and industrial sites • Conducting inspections, diagnostics and corrective work to maintain system reliability • Using hand and power tools safely and effectively for mechanical and refrigeration tasks • Completing work independently or as part of a team across various buildings and facilities • Following all health and safety procedures and contributing to a safe work environment • Providing professional, customer‑focused service while representing the company on client sites • Being available for after‑hours and emergency call‑outs on a rotating roster • Managing your own time effectively when working unsupervised to meet deadlines About you: This is an ideal opportunity for you to utilise or develop experience in: • HVAC and mechanical servicing across diverse commercial and industrial environments • Managing varied workloads and multi‑tasking across maintenance tasks • Strengthening customer service capability in a service‑based environment • Building technical skills in refrigeration, mechanical systems and general facility maintenance Preferred requirements: • A relevant trade qualification (desirable) • Minimum of 5 years' experience in the HVAC mechanical trade • Current NZ Class 1 driver licence • Experience using hand and power tools • Strong organisational skills and ability to multi‑task • High level of self‑motivation and professional presentation • Ability to work independently and collaboratively • Commitment to safe work practices and familiarity with OH&S guidelines • Good written and verbal communication skills • Experience working in a service‑based, customer‑focused environment • Ability to adapt to changing environments, competing demands and unexpected events • Strong judgement, planning and reporting skills What's in it for you? At Horizon Energy Group, you'll enjoy: Career development: ongoing training, upskilling and pathways across the wider Group Wellbeing support: health checks, flu jabs, EAP, and life & critical illness insurance Extra leave: enjoy a paid day off on your birthday Perks & discounts: access to a wide range of corporate discounts Join a trusted NZ company with 70+ years of industry experience Supportive team culture: work with people who value safety, teamwork and doing the job right Our SWITCH Values: We're after someone who brings real energy to our SWITCH values: Sustainability – Making smart decisions for our future. Winning – Taking ownership and delivering results. Innovation – Finding better ways to get the job done. Trust – Building strong relationships through honesty and integrity. Customer Focus – Delivering exceptional service every day. Health & Safety – Putting safety first, always. Applicants must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand. Our workplaces are drug and alcohol free - all successful applicants will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical. So, if you're ready to make an impact? Apply now and help us shape the future.