HVAC Apprentice Service Engineer

Carrier; Leyland; On-site; GBP 18,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the HVAC industry, Carrier, is seeking an HVAC Apprentice Service Engineer in Leyland to start a rewarding career. This apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in refrigeration and air conditioning, providing the skills needed to become a qualified HVAC Service Technician. The role includes shadowing qualified technicians and gaining exposure to various systems, alongside earning a starting salary of £18,000. Ideal candidates should have a strong educational background and a keen interest in engineering.

Benefits

Fully funded study options

Employee rewards initiatives

Bravo Awards for outstanding contributions

Qualifications

• A strong willingness to learn and ask questions.
• Interest in Mechanical & Electrical (M&E), Engineering, and HVAC fields.
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Learn refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Shadow qualified technicians during customer site visits.
• Assist in troubleshooting and supporting technical breakdowns.

Skills

Keen to learn

Computer literacy

Communication

Education

Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English, Maths, Science and ICT OR Engineering

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Client:

Carrier

Location:

Leyland, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

19.08.2025

Expiry Date:

03.10.2025

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Job Description:

Who we are

We are Carrier, a global leader in heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration technology. We’re known for inventing and providing a wide range of cooling and heating solutions—whether it’s for homes, offices, or even huge commercial buildings. Our products include air conditioners, chillers, rooftop units, and refrigeration systems.

A Carrier apprenticeship is a great opportunity to kick-start your career with a global leader in climate and energy solutions. You’ll gain hands-on experience, earn a salary, and work towards industry-recognised qualifications. Learning from industry-leading experts and skilled engineers, you’ll develop the technical and practical skills needed for a successful future. With expert mentoring, structured training, and clear career progression, we provide the perfect foundation for long-term success. If you're looking for a rewarding career with excellent development opportunities, a Carrier apprenticeship is the ideal place to start. This role will be field based to cover the Bolton area, this also include Chorley and Leyland.

What you’ll you be doing

As a Service Engineer Apprentice, the main goal of this role is to learn and understand the refrigeration/ air conditioning industry with the aim of qualifying as a HVAC Service Technician.

Working on Water Chillers and commercial and industrial Heat Pumps.

Attend and participate in customer site visits, shadowing one of our qualified Technicians

Learning about refrigeration and air conditioning systems.

Working on fans and air handling equipment.

Helping to troubleshoot and support technically challenging breakdowns, both in person and remote.

Working on electrical power supplies and control panels.

Working on pumps and water hydraulics and hydronics.

Learning about digital control systems and basic BMS (Building Management Systems).

What we offer

A starting salary of £18,000

A range of fully funded study options once you complete your apprenticeship. This means you can choose the path that’s right for you, whether that’s further vocational training or academic degrees

Apprentice events and awards ceremonies

Regular release to a local college

Benefits Central Platform hosting employee rewards and recognition initiatives and health and wellbeing resources.

Bravo Awards which recognise outstanding contributions from all employees and encourage excellence.

What we’re looking for:

Grade C/4 or above in GCSE English, Maths, Science and ICT OR Engineering

Full UK driving licence

Someone who is keen to learn, ask questions and wants to be involved – bright and inquisitive with a hunger for learning

An interest in M&E, Engineering and the HVAC industry

Computer literate and know the basics on Microsoft Office

Confident and articulate

Carrier is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.