Air conditioning and refrigeration service engineer

YCR; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading air conditioning and refrigeration company in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Service Engineer to join their team. Responsibilities include servicing, diagnosing, and repairing systems across commercial and industrial sectors. You must have around 5 years of experience, hold an F-Gas certification, and possess a full UK driving license. The position offers a competitive salary, ongoing training, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Company vehicle

Ongoing training and certification

Career development opportunities

Pension contributions

20 days’ holiday, increasing with length of service

Qualifications

• Around 5 years’ proven experience in air conditioning and refrigeration service work.
• Strong knowledge of split systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs, and ideally refrigeration or chiller systems.
• F-Gas certification (essential); additional refrigerant qualifications desirable.
• Confident using mobile and tablet-based service apps.
• Must hold a current DBS certificate or be able to obtain clearance.

Responsibilities

• Servicing, diagnosing, and repairing air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Conducting routine maintenance and emergency breakdown services.
• Participating in out-of-hours rota for extended coverage.

Skills

Problem-solving

Customer-first mindset

Technical capability

Organizational skills

Education

GCSE level (or equivalent)

Tools

Mobile and tablet-based service apps

Hand tools

Job description

Job Title: Air conditioning and refrigeration service engineer
Location: Shropshire
Salary: 38,000.00 - 45,000.00
Industry: Construction

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Service Engineer

Location: Midlands Region

Join a trusted Midlands leader in air conditioning and refrigeration with over 40 years of experience.

Our client on the lookout for experienced Service Engineers to strengthen our growing team. If you take pride in solving technical challenges, providing exceptional service, and working with top-quality clients across commercial, industrial, and public sectors — this is the role for you.

About Our Client

For more than four decades, Our client has been a leading name in air conditioning and refrigeration solutions across the Midlands. Our customers span industry, education, and public services, and we’re proud of the long‑term relationships we’ve built based on trust, reliability, and expertise.

The Role

You’ll be responsible for servicing, diagnosing, and repairing air conditioning and refrigeration systems across a wide range of commercial and industrial environments. From routine maintenance to emergency breakdowns, you’ll use your experience and technical knowledge to deliver effective, high‑quality solutions every time.

You’ll also take part in our out‑of‑hours rota, for which additional pay applies.

What You’ll Bring

• Around 5 years’ proven experience in air conditioning and refrigeration service work
• Strong knowledge of split systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs, and ideally refrigeration or chiller systems
• F‑Gas certification (essential); additional refrigerant qualifications desirable
• Educated to GCSE level (or equivalent)
• Ability to read, interpret, and use technical manuals and diagrams
• Confident using mobile and tablet‑based service apps
• Full UK driving licence and own hand tools required
• Must hold a current DBS certificate or be able to obtain clearance

Who You Are

• A problem‑solver with a customer‑first mindset
• Technically capable, efficient, and organised
• Able to work independently and as part of a supportive team
• Professional, reliable, and keen to maintain the company’s reputation for quality

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package
• Company vehicle
• Ongoing training and certification to keep your skills up to date
• Career development opportunities as the company continues to grow
• Pension contributions
• 20 days’ holiday, increasing with length of service

Job Types: Full‑time, Permanent

Application question(s)

• Any other certifications for refrigeration/Gases?

Experience

• A/C & Refrigeration Servicing: 5 years (preferred)
• HVAC: 5 years (preferred)

Licence/Certification

• Fgas (preferred)
• NVQ Level 3 (preferred)

If you are interested in applying for this position and would like to learn more, send your CV in confidence to the team here at YCR, and we will be in touch shortly.