Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Apprentice

UGLs Manufacturing and Maintenance team at the Adelaide Parklands Maintenance facility (Keswick Adelaide) has an exciting opportunity for 1 X Certificate III in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration apprentice to join our team!!

We maintain the iconic Ghan, Indian Pacific and Overland trains showcasing the uniqueness of our great country. Rail is an exciting industry to be in as there are numerous long-term projects and investment initiatives right across the country.

This role will see you completing TAFE and on the job training at Keswick, SA. We are looking for applications from candidates willing to be committed to completing their certificate III for the duration of the apprenticeship. Post apprenticeship there are long term trade opportunities on site with UGL that could see you develop into many career paths, Planning, Technical Support, Supervision and Production Management.

Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Mechanic Apprenticeship- Certificate III

Are you interested in starting a career in the Refrigeration & Air Conditioning field and looking for an experienced and diverse company to train you to be the best refrigeration mechanic you can be? UGL has the role for you!

We have an exciting opportunity for an apprentice to join our skilled, supportive, and passionate team.

• This role will see you experiencing a variety of refrigeration & air conditioning work from installing to maintenance in a service environment.
• You'll work with skilled, qualified technicians who will be able to train and support you become an excellent refrigeration mechanic that completes high quality work.
• This is a full-time role working at the Keswick Rail Terminal based in Adelaide.
• We will assist you in enrolling into TAFE to start your Certificate III in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning trade.

In this role, you will learn all the practical skills required to be an adept refrigeration mechanic whilst working as an apprentice with qualified and experienced refrigeration mechanics.

Some of your duties will include:

• Conduct assessments on rollingstock air conditioning / refrigeration systems.
• Complete preventative services and inspections within the scope of trade knowledge
• Diagnose malfunctions, faults and breakdowns of the system and perform necessary.
• Fit new systems and remove old systems and faulty equipment.
• Work alongside other trades people including electricians, fitters, and carriage builders.
• Ensure active involvement in Lean Manufacturing and 5S activities.
• A strong commitment to maintaining a safe environment.
• Select the appropriate materials, methods, equipment, and tools necessary to complete the job.
• Maintain adherence to proper housekeeping practices, rail safety protocols, environmental regulations, and necessary precautions at all times.
• Carry out other relevant tasks assigned by the Shift Supervisor

Application Submission Instructions

Please submit all the following documents for your application to be considered.

• Current, up to date resume including your personal details
• A cover letter answering the following questions.
• What apprenticeship would you like to apply for and why?
• Have you obtained any previous work experience in a trade’s environment? If so, where and what did you do (this includes school-based work experience)
• What hobbies and interests do you have that may relate to the trade you are applying for?

What we offer

• Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve
• Competitive group remuneration and benefits including:

• Incentive opportunity
• Health and wellbeing program with company-funded salary continuance insurance
• Flexible work arrangements – have a chat to us around how this can work for you
• A culture that values diversity and innovation, evolving with market changes and new technologies

If you are confident, have the desire to learn and excel in these roles, please apply now.

Job Ref No: 255262

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