Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer-Heathrow

Pertemps TM; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a skilled Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer for a full-time, permanent role at Heathrow Airport. The position involves maintenance, repairs, and minor installations of HVAC systems in a secure and dynamic environment. With opportunities for progression and overtime, this role offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including van, fuel, and pension scheme.

Benefits

18 – 26PH hourly pay with potential overtime

22 days holiday plus bank holidays

Death in service

Stakeholder Pension Scheme

Mobile phone provided

Uniform, PPE, and tools provided

Job security with progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or industrial environments.
• Eligibility for Heathrow security clearance.
• Full UK driving licence preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform reactive and planned maintenance on HVAC systems.
• Diagnose faults and conduct required repairs.
• Support minor installation and upgrades.

Skills

HVAC systems knowledge

Electrical fault-finding

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration

F-Gas Category 1 certification

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22.06.2025

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Job Description:

Job Opportunity: Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer
Location: Heathrow Airport

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP / Negotiable

We are currently seeking a skilled and experienced Air Conditioning / Refrigeration Engineer to join our team at Heathrow Airport. Working within our Small Works and Facilities team, this is a varied and hands-on role carrying out maintenance, repairs, and minor installations across terminal buildings and critical infrastructure areas.

If you're looking to take the next step in your HVAC career and work in one of the UK’s most dynamic and secure environments, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Carry out reactive and planned maintenance on air conditioning, ventilation, and refrigeration systems (DX units, split systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs, etc.)
• Diagnose faults and perform necessary repairs efficiently and to a high standard
• Support minor installation and upgrade works across terminals and plant rooms
• Monitor and maintain critical HVAC systems in compliance with industry regulations
• Accurately complete service reports, logbooks, and maintenance records
• Adhere strictly to health & safety and airport security protocols at all times
• Liaise with supervisors, clients, and other trades to deliver works smoothly and effectively

Requirements:

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Air Conditioning and Refrigeration or equivalent
• F-Gas Category 1 certification (essential)
• Strong knowledge of HVAC systems and electrical fault-finding
• Previous experience in a commercial or industrial environment (airport experience beneficial)
• CSCS/ECS card
• Full UK driving licence preferred
• Must be eligible for Heathrow security clearance (clean criminal record and right to work in the UK)

What We Offer:

• 18 – 26PH – core 40-hour week – 7.45 – 4.30.
• Position is fluid and as hourly paid salary moves in accordance with hours worked, no restrictions on hours / overtime
• Van & Fuel
• 22 days holiday + bank holidays
• Death in service
• Stakeholder Pension Scheme
• Mobile phone
• Abundance of Overtime & Night shift work opportunities - Night works – (usually 21.00 – 03.30/04.00)
• Company pension scheme and holiday allowance
• Uniform, PPE, and tools provided
• Long-term role with job security and progression opportunities
• A chance to work on varied and impactful projects within Heathrow Airport’s dynamic environment