Air Conditioning Engineer &Lsquo;Commercial & Residential' Vacancy

ROBERTS & PROWSE (SWINDON) LIMITED; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established Mechanical and Electrical Services Contractor in the UK is seeking an experienced Air Conditioning Engineer. The role involves installation, service, and maintenance of various air conditioning systems in both residential and commercial environments. Candidates should possess at least 3 years' experience, F-Gas certification, and NVQ qualifications. This position offers a competitive hourly rate, a company vehicle, pension scheme, and comprehensive training opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Company vehicle and fuel card

Company pension scheme

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Industry training and development

Company uniform and PPE

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in A/C and heat pump systems installation.
• Essential F-Gas Certificate (City & Guilds 2079 or equivalent).
• Sound electrical knowledge relevant to A/C systems.
• Full UK driving license required.

Responsibilities

• Install split, multi-split, and VRF/VRV air conditioning systems.
• Carry out servicing and preventive maintenance on A/C systems.
• Supervise jobs on-site including labour and supplies.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety standards.

Skills

Installation of A/C systems

Service and maintenance of A/C systems

F-Gas Category 1

Electrical knowledge for A/C systems

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Tools

Pressure testing equipment

Charging equipment

Job description

The Company

Roberts & Prowse, based on the Elgin Industrial Estate in Swindon, Wiltshire with regional offices in Fernham and Brill, are a Mechanical and Electrical Services Contractor operating throughout the Home Counties, South West & South East of the UK. Due to sustained success and growth, we are recruiting for an Air Conditioning Engineer to join our busy team.

The Role

As an Air Conditioning Engineer you will report directly to the Senior Mechanical Contracts Managers and Site Managers and will be responsible for the installation, service, and maintenance of all types of DX (direct expansion) air conditioning and heat pump systems—ranging from residential split and multi-split systems to large commercial VRF/VRV and hybrid VRF systems—within residential and commercial environments across our operating regions.

Duties

• Carrying out installation of split, multi-split, cassette, ducted, VRF/VRV and hybrid VRF systems (including associated controls).
• Undertaking servicing, planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive call-outs on DX A/C and heat pump systems.
• Completing all necessary documentation, including Field Service Reports, asset registers, commissioning sheets and F-Gas records, as requested by the Senior Mechanical Contracts Managers.
• Supervising all aspects of jobs on site, including labour, materials, subcontractors and programme.
• Meeting deadlines and keeping accurate job records, including variations/extra works, materials used and any delays incurred.
• Ordering parts in the absence of Senior Mechanical Contracts Managers and liaising with suppliers.
• Commissioning, pressure testing, evacuation and charging systems in line with manufacturers' instructions and current regulations.
• Diagnosing faults on electrical/mechanical/control components and undertaking effective repairs.
• Carrying out all works to a high standard while complying with all relevant health & safety and environmental standards (including safe refrigerant handling).
• Liaising with Senior Mechanical Contracts Managers on any safety issues identified and any faulty equipment.

Our Offer

• £Competitive Hourly Rate of Pay
• Company Vehicle and Fuel Card
• Company Pension Scheme
• 28 days a year holiday inclusive of eight current recognised Bank Holidays
• Company Mobile
• Industry training and development provided (manufacturer product courses & F-Gas CPD)
• Company uniform and PPE provided

The Person

• Minimum 3 years' post-qualification experience in installation, service & maintenance of DX A/C and heat pump systems.
• F-Gas Category 1 (City & Guilds 2079 or equivalent) - essential.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (or equivalent).
• Proven experience with residential splits, multi-splits, VRF/VRV (including heat recovery) and hybrid VRF systems.
• Competence in commissioning, leak testing, evacuation and charging.
• Sound electrical knowledge for A/C systems (controls, interconnecting wiring, fault-finding).
• Ability to carry out installations to a high standard in occupied buildings.
• Full UK driving licence.
• CSCS Card holder an advantage.
• IPAF/PASMA an advantage.
• DBS an advantage.

Essentially

Essentially you will be a time-served Air Conditioning Engineer with a background in Residential and Commercial Building Services. You'll work accurately and effectively with minimal supervision, communicate clearly with clients and colleagues, and perform well under pressure while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Previous positions may include

• Air Conditioning Installation Engineer
• A/C Service & Maintenance Engineer
• HVAC Engineer
• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer
• VRF/VRV Engineer
• Heat Pump Engineer or similar