Electrical Install Engineer

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited; Shaftesbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company van

24 days holiday + Bank Holidays

BUPA medical insurance

Accident and Sickness Insurance

Life Assurance

Pension contributions

Job summary

Hill McGlynn Recruitment Limited is seeking an Electrical Install Engineer for a field-based role covering Dorset, Wiltshire, Somerset and surrounding areas. The position is full-time and permanent with a salary of £40,000–£48,000, plus a company van and benefits.

You will service, maintain and fault-find various air conditioning systems, ensuring compliance with F-Gas and safety standards. Excellent communication and independent work ethic are essential.

Qualifications

• F-Gas Cat 1 certification required under UK regulations.
• 3+ years hands-on field-based AC service and maintenance experience.
• Strong knowledge of refrigeration cycles, electrical schematics and mechanical components.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Excellent communication and ability to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Service & Maintenance: perform routine servicing and testing of air conditioning systems (VRV/VRF/multi-splits/AHUs).
• Fault Finding: diagnose electrical/mechanical faults and execute first-time fixes where possible.
• Repairs & Overhauls: component replacements, refrigerant recovery, and system pressure testing.
• Compliance: complete digital service reports, worksheets and F-Gas logs accurately and timely.
• Customer Service: act as brand ambassador and provide expert client advice.
• Other duties as required by the company.

Skills

F-Gas Cat 1

AC service & maintenance

Electrical schematics

Driver's license

Communication skills

Job description

Role: Electrical Install Engineer

Location: Field-based (Covering Dorset, Wiltshire, Somerset and surrounding areas)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £40,000 - £48,000

Key Responsibilities

• Service & Maintenance: Perform routine servicing and testing of various air conditioning systems, including VRV, VRF, multi-splits, and AHUs.
• Fault Finding: Accurately diagnose electrical and mechanical faults and execute first-time fixes where possible.
• Repairs & Overhauls: Carry out component replacements, refrigerant recovery, and system pressure testing safely and efficiently.
• Compliance: Complete all digital service reports, worksheets, and F-Gas logs accurately and in a timely manner.
• Customer Service: Act as a reliable brand ambassador, building strong relationships with clients and providing expert advice.
• This list of responsibilities and duties is not exhaustive, and the Company will expect you to perform other duties relevant to the job title.

Requirements & Qualifications

• F-Gas Qualification: Full Category 1 Certification (Catering to current UK environmental regulations).
• Industry Experience: Minimum of 3+ years of hands‑on experience in a field‑based AC service and maintenance role. To be able to carry out small installations and minor install projects.
• Technical Knowledge: Strong understanding of refrigeration cycles, electrical schematics, and mechanical components.
• Driving Licence: Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Professionalism: Excellent communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Remuneration

• Salary £45,000 - £48,000pa depending on experience
• Company van
• 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays
• BUPA medical insurance
• Accident and Sickness Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Pension contributions

If you're an experienced Electrical Installation Engineer looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you.