HVAC Engineer

Alecto Recruitment; Remote; GBP 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading building services contractor is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Engineer for a permanent full-time role based in Birmingham. The position involves planned maintenance and repair of HVAC systems for commercial clients across the Midlands. Ideal candidates have over 3 years' experience, F-Gas Category 1 certification, and the ability to work independently. This role offers a stable opportunity with structured training and clear career progression.

Benefits

Company van

Fuel card

Pension

Overtime

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years' experience as an HVAC/AC Service Engineer.
• Full UK driving licence is required.
• Experience with chillers, heat pumps, or commercial ventilation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repairs.
• Diagnose faults on electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration components.
• Complete service reports, F-Gas logs, and compliance documentation.

Skills

Fault diagnosis on HVAC systems

Strong fault-finding capability

Comfortable working independently

Working knowledge of electrical components

Education

F-Gas Category 1

NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning

Job description

HVAC Service Engineer

Location: Birmingham (field–based across the Midlands)
Salary: 38,000 – 48,000 DOE
Benefits: Company van, fuel card, overtime, call–out, pension, 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Contract: Permanent, Full–Time

A leading building services and facilities management contractor is seeking an experienced HVAC Service Engineer to support a portfolio of commercial and industrial clients across Birmingham and the wider Midlands region.

This is a stable, long–term opportunity offering structured training, manufacturer support, and clear progression for engineers looking to develop technically and professionally.

Role Responsibilities

• Planned preventative maintenance (PPM) and reactive repair works on HVAC systems
• Fault diagnosis on electrical, mechanical, and refrigeration components
• Servicing and maintenance of:
  • Split & multi–split air conditioning systems
  • VRV / VRF systems
  • AHUs, FCUs, and ventilation systems
  • Heat pumps and chillers (experience–dependent)
• Carrying out pressure testing, leak detection, evacuation, and re–gassing
• Completing service reports, F–Gas logs, and compliance documentation
• Liaising with clients, site contacts, and helpdesk teams
• Ensuring all works are carried out in line with:
  • F–Gas regulations
  • Health & Safety legislation
  • Company and site procedures
• Participation in an on–call rota (typically 1 in 6 / 1 in 8)

Candidate Profile

Essential:

• Minimum 3+ years' experience as an HVAC / AC Service Engineer
• F–Gas Category 1
• Strong fault–finding capability on HVAC systems
• Good working knowledge of electrical and mechanical components
• Full UK driving licence
• Comfortable working independently in a field–based role

Desirable:

• NVQ Level 2/3 or City & Guilds in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning
• Experience with chillers, heat pumps, or commercial ventilation
• 18th Edition (BS7671)
• IPAF / PASMA
• Previous experience within facilities management or building services

Interested?

If you believe you have the skills and experience to excel in this role, apply today.

Alecto Recruitment Limited is acting as an employment business for this vacancy. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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