Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer

Pitkin & Ruddock Ltd; Norwich; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run temperature control business in Norwich is seeking an experienced Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer. You will install, service, and maintain AC and refrigeration systems for various clients. The role requires minimum 2 years' experience, relevant certifications, and great communication skills. A full, clean UK driving licence is essential. Join a company that values career growth and offers competitive pay and generous benefits, including continuous training and development.

Benefits

Competitive basic pay

Company van and uniform provided

Continuous training & development

Extra annual leave for length of service

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' experience in the AC & refrigeration industry.
• Solid Health & Safety knowledge.
• A full, clean UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Installing, servicing, and maintaining AC and refrigeration systems.
• Joining on-call rota for 24/7 breakdown cover.
• Mentoring junior engineers and trainees.

Skills

Experience in AC & refrigeration

Communication skills

Flexible attitude

Health & Safety knowledge

Education

City & Guilds in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

City & Guilds 2079 Refrigerant Handling Certificate

Job description

Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer

At Pitkin & Ruddock, we're not just experts in temperature control — we're a family‑run business with a reputation for excellence that goes back over 70 years. And now, we're on the lookout for an experienced Air Conditioning & Refrigeration Engineer to join our growing team.

About the Role

As one of our Engineers, you'll travel across Suffolk and Norfolk (and occasionally further afield), installing, servicing and maintaining air conditioning and refrigeration systems for a wide range of clients — from local independents to national names. No two days are the same. One day you might be diagnosing a fault with office AC, the next, you're maintaining a high‑tech refrigeration system for a big‑name retailer.

What You'll Be Doing

• Installing, servicing, and maintaining a wide range of AC and refrigeration systems
• Being part of our on‑call rota to provide 24/7 breakdown cover
• Supporting and mentoring junior engineers and trainees
• Using Joblogic to complete service reports and paperwork
• Providing top‑tier service that reflects our commitment to quality
• Feeding back to management to help us keep improving

What We're Looking For

• Minimum 2 years' experience in the AC & refrigeration industry
• City & Guilds (or equivalent) in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
• City & Guilds 2079 Refrigerant Handling Certificate
• Solid Health & Safety knowledge
• A full, clean UK driving licence
• A flexible attitude and great communication skillsA 'can‑do' mindset and a passion for doing the job right

What You'll Get in Return

• Competitive basic pay + generous overtime rates
• Company van, uniform, PPE and all specialist tools provided
• Continuous training & development
• Purchase of leave scheme
• Extra annual leave for length of service
• Annual Occupational Health checks and optional winter flu vaccinations
• Be part of a company where your work is seen, appreciated and rewarded

Why Join Pitkin & Ruddock?

We're a local company with national reach, and we treat our employees like part of the family. When you join us, you're not just filling a role — you're building a career. Whether you're looking to grow your skills, mentor the next generation, or just do what you love with a great team behind you, then join us.