Full time, permanent position
Base salary will be in the range $93,491 - $100,296.97 + 17% Superannuation (HEW Level 6)
Based at our St Lucia or Dutton Park Campus
Are you a skilled HVAC/Refrigeration Technician ready for the next step in your career?
We’re looking for an experienced HVAC Technician who wants more than just day-to-day service calls. If you’re ready to use your hands-on trade knowledge while stepping into a role that mixes technical work with project coordination, this is your opportunity.
In this role, you’ll still be actively working on HVAC systems, but you’ll also be the key point of contact on-site – helping manage minor works, coordinate contractors, solve technical issues, and ensure facilities are performing at their best. If you’ve ever thought about diversifying your abilities into a coordination-based role but still love being on the tools, this is the best of both worlds.
Join a community where excellence is at the core of our culture, contributions are valued and a range of benefits and rewards are available, such as:
Up to 26 weeks paid parental leave or 14 weeks paid primary caregiver leave
17% superannuation contributions
Electric Buggy provided to travel around campus
17.5% annual leave loading
Access to flexible working arrangements including flexible start/finish times, purchased leave, and a condensed fortnight
Health and wellness discounts - fitness passport access, free yearly flu vaccinations, discounted health insurance, and access to our Employee Assistance Program for staff and their immediate family
UQ Study for Staff
On campus childcare options
Affordable parking (from just $6.15 a day)
Salary packaging options
Support continuous improvement and contribute to a safe, efficient facilities environment.
Deliver and coordinate plumbing maintenance, repairs, and minor works across the precinct.
Act as the main client contact, managing requests and ensuring minimal disruption to operations.
Supervise contractors, source quotes, and oversee works to meet safety, quality, budget and timeframes.
Inspect and monitor building assets and systems, log jobs, and maintain accurate records.
Ensure compliance with statutory, regulatory and UQ safety requirements.
The base salary will be in the range $93,491 - $100,296.97 + 17% Superannuation. The total remuneration package is $109,385.38 - $117,347.45.
A pre-determined market loading amount will also be applied to the base salary.
Your HVAC trade is the most important qualification. Experience in other non-licensed areas or small-scale project work is a bonus – but UQ will provide support and training to help you grow.
We're looking for an experienced HVAC/Refrigeration Technician with strong technical expertise in building maintenance across large and complex facilities. A Gas Fitters License would be looked on favourably but is not essential.
Trade qualifications in HVAC and must have Arctik license, QBCC Mechanical Service license and restricted Electrical license with extensive maintenance experience.
Experience in commercial and industrial maintenance.
Current open Queensland Driver's Licence.
Proven knowledge of building services
Basic computer skills.
Be available to take part in an after-hours on call roster.
Strong understanding of WHS and environmental legislation, codes and standards.
Problem-solving skills with the ability to manage diverse maintenance issues effectively.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build strong, trusted relationships.
A willingness to learn building services that include. building reticulated water, Mechanical HVAC plant, Mechanical HVAC electrical and minor lighting and power, chilled water, compressed air/vacuum, fume cupboards and building management systems.
A desire to grow and learn project and contract management within building maintenance services.
The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia and qualification check.
You must maintain unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this appointment to apply. Employer sponsored work rights are not available for this appointment.
For more information about this opportunity, please contact Jeremy Moynihan (Client Facility Manager) at j.moynihan@uq.edu.au
For application inquiries, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition team at talent@uq.edu.au, stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.
We welcome applications from all individuals and are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. To be considered, please ensure you upload:
Resume
Cover Letter
Our strength as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. If you require an alternative method to submit your application due to accessibility needs or personal circumstances, please contact talent@uq.edu.au
UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.
Applications close Monday 29th June 2026 at 11.00pm AEST (R-53721).
