Air Conditioning Engineer

John G MacKintosh; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Pension

Paid holiday allowance

Training & progression

Job summary

A leading building services firm in Edinburgh is looking for an experienced Air Conditioning Installation & Service Engineer to join their construction delivery team. This full-time position involves installation, servicing, and maintenance of HVAC systems across various sites. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in HVAC, relevant qualifications, and excellent communication skills. The role includes a competitive salary, pension, and holiday allowance, and mandates adherence to health and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Air Conditioning / HVAC Engineer.
• Participate in an emergency out-of-hours call-out rota where required.
• CSCS card required for site work and access.
• Experience servicing and installing HVAC systems across sites.
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic abilities are expected.

Responsibilities

• Undertake servicing, repair, and maintenance of air conditioning systems.
• Carry out installation, operation, and commissioning of HVAC plant and equipment.
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs.
• Ensure work complies with company standards and safety regulations.
• Participate in on-call rota when required.
• Provide professional assessments and technical advice to clients.
• Complete paperwork and electronic reports accurately.

Skills

Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills

Good communication and customer-facing skills

Ability to work independently and as a part of a team

Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations

Communication skills

Education

Relevant HVAC / Air Conditioning qualification (e.g., NVQ or equivalent)

Tools

CSCS Card

PASMA and/or IPAF certification

Full UK Driving Licence

Job description

• Salary: Competitive (Depending on Experience)

About JGM

Welcome to John G Mackintosh (JGM).

Founded in 1907 as a small family-run business, John G Mackintosh has grown steadily over the years, guided by values that remain central to our success today: Integrity, Diligence, Professionalism, and Collaboration. These principles define our culture and shape the way we work with colleagues, clients, and partners.

Our vision is to be Scotland’s preferred choice for building services solutions, and every member of the JGM team contributes to achieving that goal.

JGM delivers high-quality building services solutions across multiple sectors, supporting clients through safe, reliable, and high-performing engineering delivery.

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer, committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination, where everyone is treated with respect and fairness.

JGM is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

Role Overview

Due to our continued success and expansion, we are looking to strengthen our construction delivery team with an experienced Air Conditioning Installation & Service Engineer.

You will be responsible for the installation, servicing, and maintenance of air conditioning systems across a variety of sites, ensuring all works are carried out safely, efficiently, and to a high standard.

If you feel you have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you.

The position includes a competitive rate of pay, pension, and paid holiday allowance.

This is a full-time position (subject to a 3-month probationary period).

Health, Safety & Environment

Safety is a core value at JGM and must always be a primary consideration in all work activities.

All employees have a responsibility under the Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 to:

• Take reasonable care of themselves and others who may be affected by their actions or omissions,
• Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of colleagues and visitors,
• Protect, as far as reasonably practicable, others from risks arising from work activities.

Air Conditioning Installation & Service Engineer is responsible for working in accordance with company Health, Safety, and Environmental policies and supporting a positive safety culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake servicing, repair, and maintenance or air conditioning systems,
• Carry out installation, operation, and commissioning of HVAC plant and equipment,
• Diagnose faults and carry out effective repairs,
• Ensure all work is completed in line with company standards, industry regulations, and best practice,
• Participate in an emergency out-of-hours call-out rota where required,
• Provide professional assessments and technical advice to clients,
• Work in accordance with Health & Safety procedures and safe working practices,
• Complete dynamic risk assessments prior to starting work on site,
• Accurately complete all required paperwork or electronic reports
• Proven experience as an Air Conditioning / HVAC Engineer,
• Relevant HVAC / Air Conditioning qualification (e.g., NVQ or equivalent),
• Strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills,
• Good understanding of Health & Safety regulations,
• Ability to work independently and as a part of a team,
• Good communication and customer-facing skills
• CSCS Card,
• PASMA and/or IPAF certification,
• Full UK Driving Licence

Qualifications

• Competitive salary based on experience,
• Secure, ongoing work with a growing company,
• Opportunity to work across diverse and high-quality projects,
• Supportive and professional team environment,
• Opportunities for training and career progression

General

This job description outlines the main responsibilities and duties of the role but is not exhaustive. The post holder may be required to undertake other duties within the company as necessary, consistent with the level of responsibility and competence of the role.

• Salary: Negotiable - Based on Experience