Commercial Refrigeration Technician (Gordon Brothers)

Johnson Controls, a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as data centers, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where it really matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, we elevate customer performance, turn goals into real-world results and help move society forward.

About Gordon Brothers Industries

Gordon Brothers Industries (GBI) is Australia’s largest industrial refrigeration company, with offices across every mainland state. Now part of the Johnson Controls family, we specialise in the design, construction, and servicing of large‑scale refrigeration systems across industries including food & beverage, cold storage, chemical processing, mining, and more.

As our business continues to grow, we are seeking an experienced Commercial Refrigeration Technician to join our Brisbane service team.

The Role

We are looking for a skilled and proactive Commercial Refrigeration Technician to support our service operations. Reporting to the Service Team Manager, you will bring strong technical capability, problem‑solving skills, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

What We Offer

• $5,000 sign‑on bonus for the successful candidate (conditions apply)

• Opportunity for OEM factory training with Frick and Sabroe equipment

• Competitive remuneration package

• Fully maintained service vehicle and mobile phone

• Extensive internal and external training opportunities

• Genuine pathways for career progression

• Work/life balance and a supportive team environment

• Opportunities to gain experience in industrial and ammonia systems

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver planned and reactive service, maintenance, and repairs on commercial refrigeration systems

• Diagnose faults and implement effective, customer‑focused solutions

• Complete all service reporting and documentation accurately and on schedule

• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with customers

• Participate in training, toolbox meetings, and safety programs

• Ensure all work meets company, industry, and safety standards

What You’ll Bring

Required:

• Qualified Refrigeration Mechanic (Cert III in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning)

• Current Australian driver’s licence

• Current ARC Refrigerant Handling Licence

• Restricted Electrical Licence

• Demonstrated experience in commercial refrigeration service and maintenance

Ideally, you will also have:

• Experience with supermarket refrigeration, cold storage, or large‑scale commercial systems

• Strong communication and customer service skills

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

• Excellent time management and organisational skills

• Flexibility to work varied hours or participate in an on‑call roster

• A proactive, safety-first mindset

• Exposure to industrial or ammonia refrigeration systems (advantageous but not essential)

Additional Information

• Applicants must have the right to work in Australia.

• Employment conditions fall under our registered Enterprise Agreement (available via Fair Work Australia).

• Pre‑employment checks will include reference checks, medical assessment, criminal history clearance, and drug & alcohol testing.

Learn more at: www.gordonbrothers.com.au