Infrastructure Operations Team Lead Jobs in New Zealand

• Opportunity for professional development and career progression.
• Be part of an established, forward thinking and highly successful company.
• Leadership position.

We are seeking a confident and competent team player with experience and knowledge as a Refrigeration Engineer.


In this role, your responsibilities encompass a wide range of tasks. You will be responsible for the day-to-day running and monitoring of all refrigeration and cooling appliances and related devices:

• System Design: Designing refrigeration and cooling systems for various applications
• Installation: Overseeing the installation of refrigeration equipment and systems
• Maintenance: Conducting regular maintenance and repairs to ensure system efficiency
• Energy Optimisation: Improving energy efficiency in refrigeration systems to reduce operating costs
• Environmental Compliance: Ensuring systems meet environmental regulations regarding refrigerants
• Installation, repairs, service and maintenance across various Refrigeration and HVAC systems.
• Trouble shoot air conditioning equipment malfunctions, diagnose problems, and perform maintenance on refrigeration & air conditioning equipment.
• Carry out routine checks and logs of the status of refrigeration and air conditioning equipment.
• Collect data for job reports, assets reports, and quoting - ensure that all information and records are loaded on the job tracking system and/or company files.
• Promptly complete all paperwork to a high standard (commission sheets, service sheets, check sheets).
• Daily monitoring of electric heat pumps, Co2 and ammonia refrigeration plant, routine freezer defrosting and management of and testing of water treatment, including Super Chlorination.
• Ensure routine preventative maintenance and annual servicing is carried out as required.
• Ensure all fittings, electrical and seals are in line with business needs and performing at acceptable levels.
• Management of any breakdowns and repair faults in a timely and efficient manner.
• Routine testing, adjusting and balancing of systems and processes to ensure efficiency.
• Management of heat recovery and hot water generation for the site.
• Promoting and complying with Health & Safety practices for themselves and those around them.
• Organise and coordinate refrigeration contractors to carry out annual overhauls & projects.

About you

• Qualified Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer
• Current Electrical Service Engineer Licence
• Full NZ Drivers licence
• Industrial and commercial refrigeration and HVAC installation and maintenance and remedial work experience
• Well organised with the ability to meet deadlines, plan, and prioritise
• Team player with the ability to follow instructions
• Promoting and complying with Health & Safety practices for themselves and those around them
• You must have the right to work in New Zealand

"As one of the world's largest employers, we believe in talent not labels, and focus on the diverse and unique skills our people bring. Our commitment to equal opportunity, inclusion, and diversity is part of our broader dedication to respecting fundamental human rights across our value chain. We seek to foster a culture of belonging and purpose, an environment where everyone can thrive and feel engaged, and where difference is respected and valued."