Air Con Installer

Construction Recruitment Technical Ltd; City of Westminster; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering recruitment firm based in the UK is seeking an Air Conditioning Engineer / Supervisor. In this role, you will handle the installation and maintenance of various HVAC systems across different environments including residential and commercial spaces. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications like City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 and F-GAS certification, alongside a desire to progress into supervisory roles. Competitive salary and benefits, including a company van, are offered.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday

Company van and fuel card

Pension scheme

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experienced engineer with a broad understanding of HVAC and building services.
• Confident in working across various AC and refrigeration systems.
• Willingness to advance into a supervisory role.

Responsibilities

• Carry out installation, servicing, maintenance and repairs on a range of AC and HVAC systems.
• Assist with project delivery and installation oversight.
• Support both reactive and planned service operations.
• Provide call-out support during working hours.
• Identify variations and improvement opportunities.

Skills

Experience with various HVAC systems

Customer service skills

Ability to support junior staff

Education

City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Category 1 F-GAS 2079 certification

Job description

Position Overview

The Air Conditioning Engineer / Supervisor will work across a diverse range of HVAC systems, supporting installation projects, reactive callouts, and planned maintenance activities. This role requires a confident and adaptable engineer capable of working within high-end residential properties, commercial offices, schools, and bespoke industrial environments.

You will contribute to the quality and delivery of installation works, assist with project planning, advise on materials and equipment, and support the growth and development of the broader engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking to progress into a more technical, customer-facing, or supervisory position within the HVAC sector.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out installation, servicing, maintenance and repairs on a variety of AC and HVAC systems, including splits, VRVs, chillers, AHUs, LTHW/chilled water systems, MVHR, ventilation, air source heat pumps, and other mechanical systems.
• Support the HVAC Manager with project delivery and installation oversight.
• Assist with both reactive and planned service operations.
• Provide occasional call-out support during working hours.
• Identify variations, additional works, and improvement opportunities, reporting them to management as required.
• Advise on required tools, materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Work towards key performance indicators, maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Support the development of junior assistants and contribute to building a strong engineering team.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with the HVAC Manager and colleagues.
• Demonstrate ambition and readiness to progress into a supervisory or senior engineering role.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• City & Guilds NVQ Level 2 (or Part 2) in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration
• Category 1 F-GAS 2079 certification
• Time-served engineer with broad HVAC and building services experience
• Confident working across varied AC and refrigeration systems

Beneficial

• Additional qualifications in electrical, plumbing, or heating disciplines
• SMSTS, SSSTS, PASMA, or IPAF certifications
• Previous supervisory experience or a strong desire to step into a leadership role

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive monthly salary (negotiable based on experience)
• 28 days paid holiday including bank holidays
• Specialist refrigeration tools provided (engineer to supply their own hand tools, gauges, thermometer, and multimeter with amp clamp)
• Strong opportunities for career progression within a growing department
• Company van, uniform, and fuel card provided
• Pension scheme following successful completion of probation