Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer

Effective Recruitment Solutions Ltd; Northampton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

Company mobile phone and tablet

21 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Birthday off

Pension scheme

Tools and PPE provided

Training and certification support

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Effective Recruitment Solutions Ltd is seeking an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer to install and commission a range of air conditioning and ventilation systems across commercial, retail and domestic properties in Northampton and surrounding areas.

The role offers a strong basic salary up to £65,000, paid travel time, overtime, a company van, tools and PPE, and clear progression opportunities. You will work with project managers and site teams, ensuring high safety standards.

Qualifications

• City & Guilds Level 2 F-Gas qualification (essential).
• Minimum 3 years' experience with air conditioning and ventilation systems.
• Experience installing commercial/large domestic AC systems.
• Good knowledge of split, VRF and ducted systems.
• Experience with commissioning and fault finding.
• Ability to read mechanical drawings/technical docs.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Installing and commissioning air conditioning systems including splits, VRF and ducted systems.
• Installing mechanical ventilation systems across commercial, retail and domestic properties.
• Carrying out system testing, balancing and commissioning.
• Completing commissioning certificates and handover documentation.
• Fault finding and rectifying system issues as required.
• Reading and working from mechanical drawings, schematics and technical manuals.
• Working with project managers and site teams to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate site records and paperwork.
• Ensuring compliance with Health & Safety and CDM regulations.
• Providing professional on-site service to customers and clients.
• Supporting system handovers and client demonstrations.

Skills

F-Gas qualification

3+ years experience

Full UK driving licence

Reading mechanical drawings

Education

City & Guilds Level 2 F-Gas

Job description

Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer

Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer. We are looking for experienced Air Conditioning Engineers / Installation Engineers to join a well-established and growing HVAC business, covering Northampton and the surrounding areas. This is a hands‑on installation Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer role working across a variety of commercial, retail and domestic properties, installing, commissioning and handing over air conditioning and ventilation systems. The position would suit an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer looking for a strong basic salary, paid travel time, regular overtime and long‑term career progression.

What’s On Offer for the Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer

• Salary of £45,000 - £65,000, depending on experience
• Annual performance bonus
• Overtime paid at time and a half
• Travel time paid each day
• Company van
• Company mobile phone and tablet
• 21 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• Birthday off
• Pension scheme
• Power tools and PPE provided
• Training and certification support
• Career progression opportunities
• Jobs planned 2-3 weeks in advance, allowing you to plan your workload

The Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer Role

As an Air Conditioning Engineer HVAC Engineer, you will be responsible for installing and commissioning a range of air conditioning and mechanical ventilation systems. You will work closely with project managers, site teams and other trades to ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently and to a high standard. There is also an opportunity to work as a Team Leader.

• Installing and commissioning air conditioning systems including splits, VRF and ducted systems
• Installing mechanical ventilation systems across commercial, retail and domestic properties
• Carrying out system testing, balancing and commissioning
• Completing commissioning certificates and handover documentation
• Fault finding and rectifying system issues where required
• Reading and working from mechanical drawings, schematics and technical manuals
• Working alongside project managers, site teams and subcontractors to meet project deadlines
• Maintaining accurate site records, timesheets and completion paperwork
• Ensuring all work complies with Health & Safety procedures and CDM regulations
• Providing a professional service when dealing with customers and clients on‑site
• Supporting system handovers and client demonstrations

What We’re Looking For

The successful Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer will ideally have:

• City & Guilds Level 2 F-Gas qualification or equivalent - essential
• Minimum 3 years' experience working with air conditioning and ventilation systems
• Experience installing commercial and/or large domestic air conditioning systems
• Good knowledge of split, VRF and ducted systems
• Experience with commissioning and fault finding
• Ability to read mechanical drawings and technical documentation
• Full UK driving licence
• Right to work in the UK

Desirable Experience & Qualifications

The following would be advantageous but are not essential:

• City & Guilds Level 2 Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
• Experience with VRF systems, AHUs and extract/ventilation systems
• Ductwork installation and sheet-metal experience
• Airflow balancing experience
• IPAF
• PASMA
• CSCS Card
• Asbestos Awareness
• SSSTS or SMSTS
• Relevant electrical competency or knowledge of current wiring regulations
• Previous customer-facing experience

Working Hours

Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm

Overtime is regularly available and paid at time and a half.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer / HVAC Engineer looking to join a growing business offering a salary of up to £65,000, paid travel time, overtime, a company vehicle and genuine opportunities for further training and progression