Apprentice HVAC Technician
Location: Perth, Western Australia
Company: CMS Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time, Apprenticeship
Location: Perth, Western Australia
Company: CMS Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time, Apprenticeship
The Role
CMS Engineering is looking for a motivated Apprentice Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Technician to join our Perth Service team.
This is an opportunity to earn while you learn, completing a nationally recognised Refrigeration and Air Conditioning apprenticeship while gaining hands-on experience across some of Perth's most recognised commercial facilities. Joining CMS as an apprentice means learning your trade as part of an experienced local Service team, with exposure to a wide range of commercial HVAC systems and environments. You’ll be supported throughout your apprenticeship while building the skills and experience needed for a long-term career in the industry.
You'll work alongside experienced HVAC technicians who will teach and support you throughout your apprenticeship. You'll gain practical experience in servicing, maintaining, repairing and fault finding across a wide range of commercial air conditioning, refrigeration and mechanical building services systems. You'll also complete your TAFE training while developing the technical skills, safety knowledge and customer service experience needed to become a qualified tradesperson.
If you're mechanically minded, enjoy working with your hands and solving problems, and want to build a long-term career in the HVAC industry, we'd love to hear from you.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
✔ Earn while you learn through a nationally recognised apprenticeship
✔ Career growth through structured training, mentoring and development opportunities
✔ Work alongside experienced technicians and industry professionals
✔ Top-tier equipment, uniforms, PPE and technology provided
✔ Recognition & rewards – spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus
✔ Health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits – Fitness Passport, employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers
✔ Additional employee benefits, including novated leasing options
✔ Paid parental leave & volunteer leave
✔ Strong safety culture and supportive leadership
✔ Long-term career opportunities within BGIS and CMS Engineering
✔ Career growth through structured training, mentoring and development opportunities
✔ Work alongside experienced technicians and industry professionals
✔ Top-tier equipment, uniforms, PPE and technology provided
✔ Recognition & rewards – spot recognition vouchers and $2,000 employee referral bonus
✔ Health, wellbeing & lifestyle benefits – Fitness Passport, employee discounts, and optional yearly paid flu vaccination vouchers
✔ Additional employee benefits, including novated leasing options
✔ Paid parental leave & volunteer leave
✔ Strong safety culture and supportive leadership
✔ Long-term career opportunities within BGIS and CMS Engineering
What You'll Be Doing
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Working alongside qualified technicians and learning the HVAC trade hands-on
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Assisting with servicing, maintenance, repairs and breakdowns across commercial HVAC and refrigeration systems
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Learning how to fault find, diagnose problems and carry out repairs
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Gaining experience across a wide range of HVAC and mechanical building services equipment
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Learning about electrical controls, refrigeration systems and Building Management Systems (BMS)
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Completing digital service reports and required safety documentation
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Learning and following safe work practices, SWMS and company procedures
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Building confidence communicating with clients and working as part of a professional Service team
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Attending TAFE and actively participating in your ongoing training and development
What We’re Looking For
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A genuine interest in starting a career in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
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Mechanically minded with a practical, hands-on approach
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Willingness to learn, listen and have a go
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Reliable, punctual and able to work well as part of a team
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Good communication skills and a positive attitude
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Commitment to working safely and producing quality work
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Completed Year 10 or above
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Current driver's licence or working towards obtaining one
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White Card preferred, but not essential
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Previous work experience, pre-apprenticeship or exposure to a trade environment is great, but not essential
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Full working rights in Australia
About CMS Engineering
Since 1992, CMS Engineering has built a strong reputation in WA for delivering quality HVAC and mechanical building services across some of Perth’s most recognised commercial facilities. Our Service team provides ongoing maintenance, servicing, repairs and technical support across a diverse portfolio including stadiums, universities, healthcare, government and major commercial facilities.
As part of CMS Engineering, you’ll also benefit from the backing and opportunities that come with being part of BGIS, a global leader in integrated facilities management.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which we work and pay our respects to Elders past, present, and emerging. BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and strongly encourages applications from women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTQ+ individuals, and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Apply Now
If you're looking to start a rewarding career as an HVAC Technician and want to learn from some of the industry's best, we'd love to hear from you. Explore more opportunities at: BGIS Careers
