About you

Minimum 3+ years NZ experience in heating/HVAC
Electrical Service Technician (EST) Licence (EWRB) - preferred/required
Strong background in both commercial and high-end residential projects
High-level diagnostic and problem-solving skills
Sound knowledge of NZ compliance and safety standards
Full, clean NZ driver's licence
Ability to work independently and provide leadership on-site
Professional communication skills and pride in workmanship

What’s on offer

Premium pay rates reflecting senior-level skill and current industry demand
High-quality, technically interesting projects
A company with genuinely high standards and the pay to match
Small team environment where your expertise is valued
Excellent work-life balance
The lifestyle opportunity of living and working in Queenstown one of New Zealand's most spectacular regions

If you're ready to step into a more senior role where your technical expertise, leadership, and design capability are recognised and rewarded, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply now and take your heating engineering career to the next level in the Southern Lakes.

Our client, a respected small owner-operated company based in Queenstown, is known for delivering premium commercial and high-end residential projects across the Southern Lakes. With demand growing, they are now seeking an experienced Heating Engineer (Senior HVAC Technician) to join their team.

This is a senior-level role suited to someone who can not only install systems but also design, diagnose, lead, and ensure absolute compliance and performance.

The Role:

You’ll be responsible for the design, installation, commissioning, servicing, and fault-finding of heating and ventilation systems across a variety of residential and commercial sites including architecturally designed homes and complex commercial builds.

Key responsibilities include:

Designing and specifying heating systems to suit building requirements
Installing, servicing, and repairing heat pumps, boilers, radiators, and ventilation systems
Advanced fault diagnostics and system troubleshooting
Ensuring compliance with NZ building codes, safety, and energy efficiency standards
Reading and interpreting technical drawings and plans
Advising clients on energy-efficient and cost-effective system solutions
Maintaining high documentation and reporting standards