Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technician

Salary and Compensation

• £15.88 to £19.33 per hour with Sodexo benefits
• 37.5 Hours Per Week
• £3,500 RRP payment per annum, which is £67.12 per week
• Shifts are Monday to Friday
• 27 Days holiday per year
• Location is Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust, Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9WL
• Experience in Healthcare Sector is Desirable

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To help you decide if this role is right for you and matches your skills, please take the time to read the attached job description.

We’re looking for a skilled and proactive Air Conditioning Technician to join our Estates team, supporting the safe and efficient running of complex HVAC systems across our hospital site. In this role, you’ll use your technical expertise to maintain critical plant, equipment, and control systems—helping us provide a safe, comfortable, and compliant environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

You’ll work both independently and as part of a wider multi‑skilled team, responding to planned maintenance tasks as well as urgent issues where your quick thinking and technical know‑how make a real difference.

• Strong technical knowledge of Air Conditioning, Refrigeration, Chilled Water and Fan Coil Systems.
• Relevant qualifications and hands‑on experience working on complex mechanical, electrical and electronic plant and equipment.
• Ability to diagnose faults accurately and recommend effective repair or replacement solutions.
• Commitment to working safely, adhering to Health & Safety, Infection Control, and Permit to Work procedures at all times.
• Confidence working alone when required, following Lone Working policies and using initiative in pressured situations.
• Clear communication skills, enabling you to liaise effectively with clients, colleagues, and other site teams.
• Experience completing accurate written documentation including activity logs, reports and verification records.
• A flexible, customer‑focused mindset with the ability to prioritise workload in fast‑paced environments.

• Carry out planned, reactive, statutory and corrective maintenance across a range of HVAC systems to required standards.
• Service, test, diagnose, repair and calibrate advanced mechanical and electrical installations and plant equipment.
• Use BMS and CAFM systems to support fault‑finding, reporting, and optimising plant operation.
• Respond rapidly to emergencies, taking immediate corrective action to maintain safety and service continuity.
• Provide technical advice to colleagues and contractors, ensuring safe working practices and compliance with procedures.
• Maintain accurate records including repair reports, verification logs and activity tracking.
• Support stock management by requesting equipment and materials needed for maintenance and repairs.
• Engage with clients to ensure service expectations are met and contractual requirements maintained.

• Working at Sodexo isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to make a difference every day. You'll be part of a supportive team, act with purpose, and thrive in a role where your work matters. We also offer a range of benefits to support you and your loved ones.
• Mental health and wellbeing resources
• Employee Assistance Programme (including financial/legal advice and personal support)
• Free health and wellbeing app with 24/7 virtual GP access
• Discounts on high street brands for you and your family
• Salary finance tools and financial wellbeing resources
• Retirement savings plan and life insurance
• Full training and protective uniform provided.
• Opportunities to gain experience through learning and development.
• Cycle to Work scheme and volunteering opportunities.
• Flexible working and a dynamic team environment
• Competitive pay

Ready to be part of something greater? Apply now and bring your energy, purpose, and passion to Sodexo.

We are committed to being an inclusive employer. We welcome and encourage applications from people with a diverse variety of experiences, backgrounds, and identities. We encourage our employees to get involved with our Employee Networks such as Pride, Sodexo Parents and Carers, Sodexo Disability, Ability Network, So Together, Generations and Origins.

We’re a Disability Confident Leader employer. We’re committed to changing attitudes towards disability, and making sure disabled people have the chance to fulfil their aspirations. We run a Disability Confident interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria for the job.