Chiller Engineer

Penguin Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC service provider in Greater London is seeking a skilled Chiller Engineer. This role involves servicing and maintaining a variety of chiller systems across commercial environments. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in commercial chiller systems and hold F-Gas Category 1 certification. The position offers up to £57,000 basic salary, overtime, a company van, and opportunities for career progression within a reputable company.

Benefits

Company van

Pension scheme

Ongoing technical training

Clear progression into senior roles

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Chiller Engineer or Senior HVAC Engineer.
• Experience with major manufacturers is desirable.
• Ability to perform planned and reactive maintenance on chiller plants.

Responsibilities

• Perform service, maintenance, fault-finding, and commissioning of chiller systems.
• Conduct advanced fault-finding and diagnostics on large chillers.
• Complete service reports and compliance documentation accurately.

Skills

Experience as a Chiller Engineer

Strong background with commercial/industrial chiller systems

Good electrical and controls knowledge

Client-facing attitude

Education

F-Gas Category 1

Full UK driving licence

Tools

Chilled water systems

BMS and control systems

Experience with Trane, Carrier, York, Daikin, Mitsubishi

Job description

Chiller Engineer

London & M25
Up to £57,000 basic + Company Van + Fuel Card + overtime

The Company

We are working in partnership with a well-established and highly respected HVAC service provider with a strong presence across London and the South East. Due to continued growth and contract wins within the commercial and critical environment sector, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Chiller Engineer to join their specialist engineering team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on high-end plant, long-term contracts, and technically challenging sites.

The Role

As a Chiller Engineer, you will be responsible for the service, maintenance, fault-finding and commissioning of a wide range of chiller systems across commercial and critical sites.

You will be working on:

• Air-cooled and water-cooled chillers
• Screw and centrifugal compressors
• Chilled water systems, pumps and associated plant
• BMS and control systems

The role is predominantly London-based, with minimal travel outside the M25.

Key Responsibilities

• Planned and reactive maintenance of chiller plant
• Advanced fault-finding and diagnostics on large chillers
• Commissioning and performance optimisation
• Liaising professionally with clients and site teams
• Accurate completion of service reports and compliance documentation
• Participation in a call-out rota (paid accordingly)

Requirements

• Proven experience working as a Chiller Engineer or Senior HVAC Engineer
• Strong background with commercial / industrial chiller systems
• Experience with major manufacturers such as Trane, Carrier, York, Daikin, Mitsubishi (desirable)
• F-Gas Category 1
• Good electrical and controls knowledge
• Full UK driving licence
• Professional, client-facing attitude

Salary & Benefits

• Up to £57,000 basic salary (dependent on experience)
• Overtime available (paid at enhanced rates)
• Call-out allowance
• Company van (private use)
• Pension scheme
• Ongoing manufacturer and technical training
• Clear progression into senior / lead engineer roles