AC Technician

CBRE Local UK; Cardiff; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in property solutions seeks an AC Engineer to provide maintenance services for various building engineering systems. The role includes both reactive and planned preventative maintenance. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience in HVAC systems, emphasizing safety and compliance with regulations.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Access to LinkedIn Learning

Internal career pathways

Volunteering days

Exclusive discounts

Qualifications

• Completed an apprenticeship in air conditioning and refrigeration installation and maintenance.
• Hold required F Gas certification.
• Desirable qualifications include various safety operation certifications.

Responsibilities

• Maintain refrigeration and air conditioning systems and undertake PPM routines.
• Ensure all repairs and installations comply with applicable regulations.
• Diagnose faults on equipment and repair as needed.

Skills

Maintenance

Problem Diagnosis

Teamwork

Education

City & Guilds 2079 Level 2 Award in F Gas and ODS Regulations: Category 1

Level 3 NVQ diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

Tools

Calibration Equipment

Risk Assessment Tools

Job description

Global Workplace Solutions is a division of CBRE providing integrated solutions across large multi-discipline property portfolios. We are an organisation that has people at the heart of its culture, and our aim for this account is to deliver an exceptional service to BT.

Our BT Workplace team provides a full range of building maintenance services to their 8,000 buildings in the UK, including commercial offices, telephone exchanges, call centres, and retail shops.

We encourage new ways of working, driving innovation, whilst always living to our RISE values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence.

The role: AC Engineer

The purpose of our AC Engineer role is to support the Technical Supervisor and/or the Area Operations Manager (AOM) by providing reactive and planned preventative maintenance services to building engineering systems and services at various sites, in accordance with laid-down procedures and safe working practices.

Key responsibilities include:

1. Maintain refrigeration and air conditioning systems and undertake PPM routines as assigned.
2. Ensure all repairs and installations comply with applicable regulations.
3. Ensure test equipment is calibrated, maintained, and meets current regulations.
4. Complete risk assessments for reactive and planned maintenance tasks to ensure safety.
5. Diagnose faults on equipment and repair using manufacturer manuals and drawings as needed.
6. Update Site Log Books in accordance with procedures.
7. Produce reports for the Technical Supervisor.
8. Maintain stock levels of spares.
9. Participate in an Emergency Call Out service as required.
10. Support the Control of Works as an Authorised Person (AP) and identify other relevant APs and CPs.
11. Work as part of a team to meet operational objectives.
12. Manage tasks effectively within short-term planning.
13. Interact with stakeholders regarding work efforts and deliverables.
14. Support health and safety policies and standards.
15. Oversee activities of others to meet deadlines and quality standards, considering impacts outside your responsibility.
16. Identify ways to reduce costs and work within budgets.

Person Specification:

• Completed an apprenticeship or equivalent training in air conditioning and refrigeration installation and maintenance, with relevant practical and theoretical knowledge.
• Hold a City & Guilds 2079 Level 2 Award in F Gas and ODS Regulations: Category 1, or equivalent.
• Desirable qualifications include a Level 3 NVQ diploma in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning or equivalent, along with certifications like PASMA, IPAF, Manual Handling, Asbestos Awareness, Confined Space Working, and Roof Working.

Our mission:

To build a world-class business through exceptional service and exceptional people.

Why CBRE?

Enjoy a competitive salary and benefits, access to LinkedIn Learning, internal career pathways, a values-based culture, a positive work environment, volunteering days, and exclusive discounts.

CBRE values diversity and inclusivity. Even if you do not meet all requirements, we encourage you to apply, as there may be other opportunities suitable for you now or in the future.