Refrigeration Mechanic

AU - VIC, Laverton N - Hume · On-site

About this role

Lineage is the world's largest temperature-controlled industrial REIT and logistics solutions provider, with a global network of over 400 facilities, spanning 25 countries across North & South America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.

Working a Lineage is not just a job - it's an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. As a member of the Lineage team, you are a critical link in the food supply chain.

The Asia-Pacific region currently includes Australia, New Zealand, Vietnam, Sri Lanka and Singapore employing nearly 3000 team members.

Refrigeration Mechanic - Hume Rd, Laverton

We're seeking an experienced Refrigeration Mechanic to join our Facilities & Engineering team at our Laverton North cold storage facility.

Working with industrial refrigeration systems in a large-scale temperature-controlled environment, you'll play a critical role in ensuring our operations continue to run safely, efficiently and reliably.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary package

  • Monday to Friday roster (6:00am to 2:00pm)

  • Afternoon work-life balance

  • Paid on-call opportunities

  • Stable, long-term role with an industry leader

  • Work on large-scale industrial ammonia refrigeration systems

  • Supportive team and safety-first culture

  • Opportunity to develop your technical expertise across refrigeration, mechanical and electrical systems

About the Role

Reporting to the Facilities Manager, you'll be responsible for the maintenance, monitoring and optimisation of refrigeration and facility equipment to ensure operational uptime and compliance across the site. The role involves working closely with operations teams, contractors, suppliers and site stakeholders to maintain critical refrigeration infrastructure.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Conducting preventative and reactive maintenance on refrigeration plant and equipment

  • Monitoring and troubleshooting industrial ammonia refrigeration systems

  • Diagnosing mechanical and electrical faults

  • Ensuring plant reliability, efficiency and operational performance

  • Coordinating specialist contractors when required

  • Maintaining accurate records through maintenance management systems

  • Supporting site compliance with food safety, quality and safety standards

  • Participating in an on-call roster to support critical plant operations

What We're Looking For

We're interested in speaking with Refrigeration Mechanics who enjoy problem-solving, take pride in their work and are comfortable working in a fast-paced industrial environment.

Ideally, you'll bring:

  • Refrigeration Mechanic trade qualification

  • Experience working with industrial refrigeration systems

  • Exposure to ammonia refrigeration plants

  • Strong electrical and mechanical fault-finding capability

  • Experience using CMMS or maintenance management systems

  • Sound understanding of safe work practices

  • Current Driver's Licence

  • Forklift and EWP licences are advantageous but not essential

The Lineage Difference

You'll be joining a business that values safety, teamwork, innovation and continuous improvement. We invest in our people and provide an environment where technical expertise is recognised and supported. Our team works collaboratively, shares knowledge and focuses on delivering industry-leading temperature-controlled solutions while maintaining the highest safety standards.

Why Lineage?

Lineage is more than just a cold storage logistics business. We’re focused on being a vibrant, innovative and progressive employer where all our teams work safely, harmoniously and efficiently toward a common purpose - transforming the food supply chain to eliminate waste and help feed the world.

Lineage is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic work environment and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

Company at a glance

Welcome to Lineage, a corporation dedicated to providing cutting-edge workflow solutions for businesses across various industries. With our roots in Buffalo, New York, we have expanded to 4 locations and now serve over 15,000 clients with a team of 140 dedicated professionals. In 2023, we evolved into three distinct divisions: Lineage Accelerate, Lineage Optimize, and Lineage Connect.

Lineage Accelerate

Specializing in hardware and software solutions, Lineage Accelerate helps businesses streamline their mailing, addressing, and document management processes. With a focus on speed, accuracy, and efficiency, our solutions are designed to expedite your communications and ensure they reach the right person at the right time. We provide these services in Buffalo and Rochester, NY, Charlotte and the Triad, NC, greater Kansas City, and Little Rock, AR metropolitan areas.

Lineage Optimize

As our specialized printing division in New York, we partner with Konica Minolta, an industry-leading printing equipment manufacturer. Our solutions help businesses increase their printing productivity and reach, while also providing comprehensive document management and mailing solutions.

Lineage Connect

Our nationwide outsourcing services and capabilities enable businesses to save time and money by reducing postal expenses and optimizing the production and distribution of outgoing business-critical documents. We offer disaster recovery solutions and local presorting services for the greater Kansas City area, ensuring your data remains secure and compliant.

Founded1984
Team Size51-200 employees
WorkspaceOn-site
IndustryRetail Office Equipment
Location
Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Top Benefits

  • Competitive salary package
  • Paid on-call opportunities
  • Stable long-term role
  • Supportive team culture

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