◆  HVAC&R recruitment · Australia & New Zealand · Since 2018

We know the industry. We know the people. We deliver the talent.

Exclusive and retained recruitment for HVAC&R manufacturers, service providers and contractors. Most of the people we place come through our industry network, not a job ad.

98%

of exclusive and retained assignments filled

92%

of placements still in the role after 12 months

65 –⁠ 70%

of placements sourced through our network

2.1

candidates presented per role filled, on average

Performance metrics are based on 2025 YE results for fill rate and retention, with sourcing and shortlisting data drawn from Talent Logic’s broader recruitment experience.

Who have we worked with?

  • ActronAir
  • Mitsubishi Electric Australia
  • Temperzone
  • LG Electronics Australia
  • Haier Air
  • CAMS Air
  • Modus Projects
  • PREH

Roles we recruit include: Field service technicians, Chiller technicians, Commissioning technicians, BMS specialists, Mechanical engineers, Applications engineers, Sales engineers, Estimators, Project managers, Service managers, General managers, Executive leadership.

◆  The problem

The best HVAC&R people aren’t reading job ads.

They’re already employed, already good at what they do, and they only move for the right opportunity. Reaching them takes years of relationships, an active network and a recruitment team that is immersed in the HVAC&R industry.

65 –⁠ 70%

of our assignments are filled without public advertising.

Volume Versus Quality

Advertising attracts applicants. Proactive search uncovers talent.

Cost

The cost of an empty seat extends well beyond the recruitment fee.

Fit

Recruitment isn’t about matching keywords. It’s about understanding the work.

◆  Roles we fill

Specialist recruitment across every HVAC&R function.

From field service to the boardroom, for manufacturers, service providers and mechanical contractors across Australia and New Zealand.

HVAC&R service technician testing a rooftop unit with diagnostic meters

Field · Technical

Service and Field Technicians

Field service, chiller and commissioning technicians, BMS specialists.

Mechanical engineers reviewing a 3D ductwork model and building plans

Engineering

Engineering and Operations

Mechanical engineers, product support and applications engineers.

Sales engineer discussing a rooftop unit with a facilities manager at dusk

Commercial

Technical Sales

Sales managers, sales engineers and internal sales engineers.

Project manager reviewing drawings beside rooftop chiller pipework

Operations

Projects and Service Management

Project managers, estimators, service managers and service engineers.

Leadership team meeting in a boardroom overlooking Sydney Harbour

Leadership

Executive Leadership

General managers, C-level and executive leadership.

Anything else

Hiring for something else?

If the role sits within HVAC&R, ask us about it. Our network covers the whole industry.

◆  Services

One specialist partner. Every recruitment challenge.

Tailored recruitment solutions designed around the unique needs of HVAC&R businesses, from critical individual appointments to long-term strategic hiring partnerships.

Specialist HVAC&R recruitment

Permanent roles across technical, sales, engineering, operations and management.

Executive search and headhunting

Stealth approaches to senior leaders and hard-to-find specialists.

Talent intelligence and salary benchmarking

Remuneration guidance, talent mapping and market insight before you hire.

Strategic recruitment partnerships

Exclusive, long-term support for businesses with recurring hiring needs.

◆  Our approach

Fewer CVs. Better appointments.

We work on an exclusive or retained basis. Every assignment gets our full commitment, not a race against three other agencies.

2.1

candidates presented, on average, for every role we fill. A placement only counts if it lasts.

01

Brief and market read

We learn the role, your team and your culture, then advise on remuneration and talent availability before the search starts.

02

Map and approach

Industry mapping, referrals and direct headhunting reach people who aren’t applying for jobs. Around 65% of our assignments are filled without public advertising.

03

Assess for fit

Technical capability, cultural alignment, motivation and long-term suitability, so you’re not left sifting applications.

04

Shortlist and offer

A short, considered shortlist and support through offer, acceptance and start date.

◆  Testimonials

Trusted by leading HVAC&R manufacturers.

Our relationships go well beyond single assignments. Speak directly to the people we recruit for.

Mitsubishi Electric logo

Mitsubishi Electric Australia

A premium global HVAC&R manufacturer employing approximately 380 staff across Australia, with annual revenue exceeding $500 million.

●  Verified referee

Raja Gounder
Executive Director
Temperzone logo

Temperzone

The largest HVAC&R manufacturer across Australia and New Zealand, employing more than 600 staff and generating annual revenue exceeding $220 million.

●  Verified referee

Damien Walsh
Chief Operating Officer

◆  Free recruitment assessment

Tell us about the role. We’ll tell you the market.

Whether you’re recruiting for an immediate vacancy or planning ahead, Talent Logic can help you understand the market before you make your next move.

Share your recruitment requirements with us, and we’ll provide an informed, honest assessment of:

Once we’ve reviewed your brief, we’ll contact you to arrange a confidential discussion. No cost. No obligation. Just honest advice, industry insight and specialist market knowledge.

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