Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer

Job Description

Job Title REFRIGERATION / AIR CONDITIONING ENGINEER (FULL TIME - 40 HOURS PER WEEK - MON-FRI - EXCLUDING OVERTIME/INCLUSIVE OF CALL OUTS)

Salary Negotiable / Subject to Experience £38k-£45k Overtime Monday-Friday + Saturday - 1.5 times hourly rate Sundays and Bank Holidays - 2 times hourly rate Company Vehicle Van + Fuel Card

Annual Leave 28 Days (inclusive of Bank Holidays) (Holiday Year: 1 July-30 June) On Call One Weekend in Three Weeks' Rotation Company Pension The People's Pension (Contributory) Company Mobile Smart Phone Company Tablet

• Install, commission and maintain refrigeration and cooling systems, with a focus on hydrocarbon refrigerants.
• Troubleshoot and repair refrigeration equipment to minimize downtime and maintain optimal performance.
• Conduct regular inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and environmental regulations related to hydrocarbon refrigerants and equipment operation.
• Maintain accurate service records and report system status to management.
• Collaborate effectively with clients and team members to provide timely refrigeration support.

• Experience in installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems, specifically with hydrocarbon refrigerants.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration components, such as compressors, condensers, evaporators and controls.
• Understanding of safe handling and regulations for hydrocarbon refrigerants.
• City & Guilds 2078 certification in handling hydrocarbon refrigerants.
• City & Guilds Level 2 qualification in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals and system schematics.
• Good communication skills and ability to work independently or in a small team.

• Time served experience as a Refrigeration Engineer.
• Flexibility in working hours is essential for this role, as well as the ability to be on call on a one in every three‑week basis.
• Full clean valid driving licence (any points and penalties will be given further consideration at interview once the number and type have been established).
• Willingness to travel within the UK and, if necessary, stay away from home. This requirement only occurs from time‑to‑time.
• Willingness to train and develop unskilled operative/s when on site.
• Self‑motivation and ability to make independent work‑based decisions, giving accurate feedback to the office.
• Flexible approach to work and key responsibilities.
• Assisting with the day‑to‑day operational requirements in the warehouse/stock facility.
• All equipment allocated to you will be your responsibility and the Company expects that all tools, computers, telephones, vehicles etc. are kept safe, clean and in good operational order.
• Any accidents, including the breakage of equipment, must be reported to the office by close of play that day.
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a two‑man team.
• You should have excellent awareness and knowledge of health and safety practices.
• Always pay attention to detail.
• Always provide excellent customer service.
• You will have exceptional time management skills with an eagerness to learn.

• You are expected to maintain a professional attitude and appearance at all times when on any of the sites.
• Consuming alcohol on any of the sites is strictly forbidden and could result in immediate dismissal without warning.
• Consuming drugs on any of the sites is strictly forbidden and could result in immediate dismissal without warning.
• Good timekeeping is always expected.
• Good communication skills and work ethic.
• Excellent reliability.

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