Air Conditioning Engineer (Southwest)

Roundhouse Recruitment Ltd; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run company in the South West is seeking an Air Conditioning Engineer for servicing high-end hotels. The role offers autonomy, competitive salary between £40,000 - £45,000 plus overtime, and flexibility in scheduling. Ideal candidates should have proven experience with chillers and HVAC systems, along with a full UK driving license. Apply today to join a supportive employer with a culture of long-term job security.

Benefits

Company van with personal use

33 days' holiday

Flexible scheduling

Tools and uniform provided

Qualifications

• Experience in air conditioning systems servicing and repair.
• UK driving licence required.
• Ability to work independently in hotel environments.

Responsibilities

• Service, maintain and repair AC systems across hotels.
• Perform diagnostics and repair work on chillers and other systems.
• Liaise with hotel management and maintain accurate service reports.

Skills

Proven experience as an Air Conditioning Engineer or HVAC Service Engineer

Competence in chillers and/or cellar coolers

Knowledge of VRF/VRV, split and multi-split systems

Comfortable working in live commercial environments

Polite, professional and self-motivated attitude

Job description

Air Conditioning Engineer (Chillers / Hotel Sites)

£40,000 - £45,000 + Overtime + Van (Personal Use) + Flexibility + 33 Days' Holiday
South West - Field-Based / Hotels & Commercial Sites

Are you an Air Conditioning Engineer with chiller or cooler experience looking for an autonomous and flexible role covering high-end Hotels in the South‑West for a family run company with Overtime to significantly boost your earnings?

Join a long‑standing, family‑run company servicing leading hotel chains across the South West carrying out PPM and repair work on AC, Coolers and Chillers — a role offering autonomy, stability, and work‑life balance. No Microwave.

Why apply

• Regional role – South West patch only, no national travel.
• Autonomy – no clocking in; plan your own week and get the job done your way.
• Earnings potential – regular overtime available to increase annual take-home.
• Supportive employer – family‑run business with long‑term staff and modern vans with personal use.

The role

• Service, maintain and repair air conditioning systems across 4‑ and 5‑star hotels (Hilton, Novotel, Mercure and others).
• Carry out PPM, diagnostics and repair work on chillers, AHUs, VRF/VRV, splits and cellar coolers.
• Work independently across a regional patch, liaising directly with hotel management and the office team.
• Complete accurate service reports and keep all work compliant and professional.

You’ll need

• Proven experience as an Air Conditioning Engineer or HVAC Service Engineer.
• Competence in chillers and/or cellar coolers (training provided for the right person).
• Knowledge of VRF/VRV, split and multi‑split systems, and AHUs.
• Comfortable working in live commercial or hotel environments.
• Full UK driving licence (minor points considered).
• Polite, professional and self‑motivated attitude.

Package & Benefits

• £40,000 - £45,000 basic salary (depending on chiller experience)
• Overtime available to increase earnings
• Company van (personal use permitted) + fuel card
• 33 days' holiday (including bank holidays)
• 40‑hour week with flexible scheduling
• Tools, equipment and uniform provided
• Family‑run culture with long‑term job security

Interested? Click 'Apply' to be considered for this Air Conditioning Engineer position covering the South West region. All applications handled in confidence by Roundhouse Recruitment Ltd.

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