Refrigeration and HVAC Service Technician
About Us:
At FMS, we keep New Zealand’s commercial kitchens, food production facilities, and facilities operations running at their best. From installation to planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and 24/7 emergency repairs, our team of specialists provide trusted service across electrical, mechanical, refrigeration, HVAC, plumbing & gas, stainless-steel fabrication, and general facility maintenance.
We’re Authorised Service Agents for leading brands and are proud of our reputation for professionalism, reliability, and fixing things right the first time. Our people are the heart of this – which is why we only hire A-players who share our values of integrity, safety, reliability, and long-term solutions.
Position Overview:
You will be an experienced Refrigeration & HVAC Technician to join our expanding team. While based at our Lower Hutt workshop, this is predominantly a mobile service role, travelling to service clients across Wellington, Wairarapa, and Manawatu.
The position is primarily focused on refrigeration and HVAC, so we require a technician with either a relevant qualification or at least two years of relevant work experience, or if you are someone who holds an EST qualification (or is willing to undertake the training to achieve this) then this dual skill set could enable you to not only deliver refrigeration and HVAC services but also assist with and learn some of the basic servicing of our clients’ specialised machinery.Full training will be provided.
This role is varied and always interesting, with opportunities to work independently as well as alongside a well-oiled, supportive team where everyone helps each other in the true essence of teamwork. As FMS provides 24/7 callout services, participation in a callout roster (with additional allowances and payments) is a requirement, and a minimum of 40 hours per week is guaranteed.
Key Responsibilities:- Install, service, and repair refrigeration and HVAC systems.
- Travel to client sites across Wellington, Wairarapa, and Manawatu.
- Diagnose faults and provide technical solutions.
- Assist with servicing specialised machinery (training provided).
- Keep accurate service and parts records.
- Deliver high-quality, safe, and efficient work.
- Join the 24/7 callout roster when required.
- Work independently and as part of the team.
- Follow health and safety policies and standards.
- Take part in ongoing training and skill development.
- Either a NZ trade qualification in Refrigeration & HVAC (or equivalent), or at least two years of relevant work experience, or an EAS/EST qualification (or willingness to train towards EAS/EST).
- Proven experience with refrigeration & HVAC installation, servicing, and repairs.
- Strong diagnostic and problem-solving skills for electrical and mechanical issues.
- .Current clean NZ driver’s licence.
- Excellent communication skills – verbal, written, and customer-facing.
- Ability to work independently while contributing to a strong team culture.
- Commitment to safety, integrity, and high-quality workmanship.
- Familiarity with PPM programs and 24/7 emergency breakdown services.
How to Apply
If you’re ready to bring your refrigeration & HVAC expertise to a company that values integrity, professionalism, and reliability – we’d love to hear from you. Apply online now with your CV and references. We appreciate all applications, but only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview.