Careers at Southern Stars

Build More Than a Career. Build Your Future.

At Southern Stars, we're not just looking for employees — we're looking for people who want to build rewarding, long-term careers.

Since 2009, we've grown from a small family-owned air conditioning business into one of South East Queensland's leading providers of air conditioning, electrical, solar and smart home solutions. That growth has been made possible by investing in our people, supporting their development and creating opportunities to progress within the business.

Whether you're an experienced tradesperson, an apprentice starting your journey or an office professional looking for your next opportunity, Southern Stars offers a supportive environment where you can develop your skills, work with quality products and be part of a team that genuinely enjoys what it does.

• Family-Owned Business

• Career Development Opportunities

• Ongoing Training

• Modern Vehicles & Equipment

• Supportive Team Culture

 

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Why Work at Southern Stars?

At Southern Stars, we believe great businesses are built by great people.

We know that investing in our team leads to better outcomes for our customers, which is why we focus on creating a workplace where people are respected, supported and encouraged to grow.

When you join Southern Stars, you'll become part of a business that values:

• Professionalism
• Teamwork
• Innovation
• Safety
• Accountability
• Quality workmanship
• Continuous learning
• Customer satisfaction

Whether you're working on-site, in the office or supporting customers behind the scenes, every role contributes to the success of our business.

 

A Career That Grows With You

Many of our team members have progressed through multiple roles within the business.

As Southern Stars continues to expand across South East Queensland, new opportunities continue to become available.

Career pathways may include:

• Apprentice to Qualified Technician
• Qualified Technician to Leading Hand
• Leading Hand to Supervisor
• Supervisor to Operations Management
• Administration to Project Coordination
• Sales Consultant to Business Development
• Service Technician to Specialist Product Expert

We're committed to helping our people build careers — not just jobs.

 

Opportunities Across Our Business

Southern Stars offers opportunities across a wide range of disciplines.

Air Conditioning

• Refrigeration Mechanics
• HVAC Service Technicians
• Installation Technicians
• Commercial HVAC Specialists
• Preventative Maintenance Technicians

Electrical

• Licensed Electricians
• Apprentice Electricians
• Switchboard Specialists
• Smart Home Installers
• Security Technicians
• EV Charger Installers

Solar

• Solar Installers
• Battery Specialists
• Solar Service Technicians
• Solar Maintenance Technicians

Office & Administration

• Customer Service
• Administration
• Scheduling & Dispatch
• Project Coordinators
• Marketing
• Accounts
• Sales Consultants

 

Apprenticeships

Every experienced tradesperson started somewhere.

Southern Stars is proud to support apprentices entering the air conditioning and electrical industries by providing hands-on experience alongside experienced professionals.

As an apprentice you'll gain experience in:

• Residential installations
• Commercial projects
• Service work
• Fault finding
• Customer service
• Product training
• Workplace safety
• New technologies

Our goal is to help develop skilled tradespeople who are confident, knowledgeable and ready for long-term careers.

 

Ongoing Training & Development

Technology never stands still — and neither do we.

Southern Stars regularly invests in training to ensure our team stays up to date with the latest products, regulations and installation techniques.

Training opportunities may include:

• Manufacturer product training
• Air conditioning technologies
• Smart home systems
• Electrical regulations
• Solar and battery technologies
• Safety certifications
• Leadership development
• Customer service training

Working with leading brands means you'll gain experience with some of the industry's most recognised products.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you offer apprenticeships?

Yes. Southern Stars regularly supports apprentices across both the air conditioning and electrical trades. Opportunities vary throughout the year.

Do I need previous experience?

It depends on the role. Some positions require industry experience or trade qualifications, while apprentice and entry-level opportunities focus on attitude, willingness to learn and a strong work ethic.

Do you provide training?

Yes. We invest in ongoing product, technical and professional development to help our team continue growing throughout their careers.

Where are Southern Stars' offices?

We currently operate from Toowoomba and North Brisbane (Caboolture), with opportunities varying across locations.

Can I submit my resume if there aren't any advertised vacancies?

Absolutely. We welcome expressions of interest from motivated people who would like to join our team when future opportunities become available.

 

Your Next Opportunity Starts Here

Whether you're taking the first step in your career or looking for your next challenge, Southern Stars offers the opportunity to work with a respected, growing business that values its people as much as its customers.

Join a team where your skills are recognised, your development is supported and your career has room to grow.

Browse our current vacancies or submit your expression of interest today — we'd love to hear from you.