HVAC Engineer - Northamptonshire

RG Setsquare; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Temp-to-perm

Immediate start

Full-time

Job summary

RG Setsquare is seeking an experienced HVAC Engineer to support maintenance of HVAC and air conditioning systems at a large Northamptonshire site. The role is site-based, full-time, with an initial temp-to-perm pathway and an immediate start.

The successful candidate will have strong fault-finding and diagnostic skills, City & Guilds Level 2/3 or NVQ equivalents, and F-Gas Category I certification. The position offers progression within a Facilities Management environment.

Qualifications

• HVAC engineering experience in maintenance, fault-finding and diagnostics.
• F-Gas Category I certification and City & Guilds Level 2/3 or NVQ equivalents.
• Experience in planned preventative and reactive maintenance within commercial/industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance on HVAC and air conditioning systems.
• Undertake reactive maintenance and respond to faults and service requests promptly.
• Diagnose faults and implement effective repairs to ensure reliable operation.

Skills

HVAC

Air Conditioning

Mechanical Maintenance

F-Gas Compliance

Education

City & Guilds Level 2

City & Guilds Level 3

NVQ Level 2/3

F-Gas Category I

Tools

CAFM systems

Maintenance management software

Electronic work-order systems

Job description

We're Hiring: HVAC Engineer / Air Conditioning Engineer

Northamptonshire

£40,000 per annum upon permanent appointment

Initial Pay Rate: £25.00 per hour

Full-Time | Temp-to-Perm | Immediate Start

Facilities Management | HVAC | Air Conditioning | Mechanical Maintenance | F-Gas Compliance

We are recruiting for an experienced HVAC Engineer / Air Conditioning Engineer to support the planned, reactive and preventative maintenance of HVAC systems and associated building services across a large commercial and industrial site in Northamptonshire.

This is an urgent temp-to-perm opportunity offering an immediate start for a technically competent engineer with strong maintenance, fault-finding and diagnostic skills. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the safe, efficient and reliable operation of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and associated mechanical systems.

The position offers an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer seeking a long-term role within a facilities management environment, with an initial temporary assignment paying £25.00 per hour before transitioning into a permanent position paying £40,000 per annum.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience in HVAC or air conditioning maintenance, hold the relevant F-Gas Category I certification and possess City & Guilds Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications or equivalent NVQs.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance (PPM) on HVAC systems, air conditioning equipment and associated mechanical building services.
• Undertake reactive maintenance activities and respond promptly to equipment breakdowns, faults and service requests.
• Diagnose faults across HVAC and air conditioning systems, identifying root causes and implementing effective repairs.
• Inspect, maintain and repair heating, ventilation, cooling and air conditioning equipment to ensure optimum performance.
• Complete routine inspections of mechanical plant, equipment and building services to identify defects, deterioration and potential system failures.
• Carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs in accordance with manufacturer recommendations, site procedures and industry best practice.
• Respond efficiently to reactive maintenance requests, minimising equipment downtime and disruption to site operations.
• Identify recurring faults and recommend appropriate remedial actions to improve equipment reliability and system performance.
• Complete all planned and reactive maintenance tasks within the required timescales and to the expected quality standards.
• Maintain accurate records of maintenance activities, repairs, inspections, test results and completed work orders.
• Update relevant maintenance management systems and CAFM systems where required.
• Ensure all maintenance activities are completed in accordance with Health & Safety legislation, risk assessments and safe systems of work.
• Follow permit-to-work procedures, method statements and site-specific safety requirements.
• Ensure compliance with F-Gas regulations, refrigerant handling requirements and relevant environmental legislation.
• Carry out refrigerant-related work in accordance with appropriate qualifications, certification and regulatory requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve the efficiency, reliability and performance of HVAC and air conditioning systems.
• Support the effective operation of building services, ensuring systems remain safe, functional and fit for purpose.
• Work collaboratively with the wider Facilities Management team, fellow engineers and other maintenance personnel.
• Liaise professionally with site representatives, contractors and other stakeholders when coordinating maintenance activities.
• Identify and report requirements for replacement components, spare parts, materials and specialist contractor support.
• Support planned maintenance schedules and help ensure statutory and preventative maintenance tasks are completed on time.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives designed to enhance equipment reliability and maintenance efficiency.
• Identify potential operational risks, equipment defects and safety concerns, escalating issues appropriately.
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment throughout all maintenance activities.
• Ensure all work is completed in line with site standards, operational procedures and relevant technical requirements.
• Manage day-to-day maintenance responsibilities effectively, prioritising work according to urgency, safety and operational impact.
• Undertake other reasonable engineering and maintenance duties appropriate to the role.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as an HVAC Engineer, Air Conditioning Engineer or Mechanical Maintenance Engineer with relevant HVAC expertise.
• Essential: City & Guilds 2079-11 – Category I F-Gas and ODS Regulations qualification.
• Essential: City & Guilds Level 2 and Level 3 Diplomas or equivalent Level 2 and Level 3 NVQ qualifications.
• Strong practical experience in planned preventative maintenance and reactive maintenance.
• Proven fault-finding, diagnostic and repair skills across HVAC and air conditioning systems.
• Good technical knowledge of heating, ventilation, air conditioning and associated mechanical building services.
• Previous experience working within a commercial, industrial or Facilities Management environment.
• Ability to carry out maintenance, servicing and repairs safely, efficiently and to a high technical standard.
• Strong understanding of routine inspections, equipment testing, defect identification and preventative maintenance procedures.
• Good knowledge of F-Gas compliance, refrigerant handling and relevant environmental requirements.
• Strong understanding of Health & Safety legislation, risk assessments, method statements and safe systems of work.
• Ability to complete maintenance documentation, work orders and service records accurately.
• Familiarity with CAFM systems, maintenance management software or electronic work-order systems would be beneficial.
• Ability to prioritise maintenance tasks and respond effectively to urgent breakdowns and reactive work.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to identify faults and determine appropriate corrective actions.
• Good communication and customer service skills, with a professional approach to working with site representatives and colleagues.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a wider engineering and Facilities Management team.
• Reliable, organised and proactive approach to maintenance responsibilities and workload management.
• Commitment to maintaining high standards of workmanship, compliance, equipment reliability and service delivery.
• Ability to attend the Northamptonshire site and commit to the requirements of a full-time, site‑based position.
• Available for an immediate start and interested in progressing from a temporary assignment into permanent employment.

Desirable Experience

• Experience maintaining a wide range of commercial HVAC and air conditioning systems.
• Previous experience supporting industrial or large commercial facilities.
• Experience working within an established Facilities Management or building services engineering team.
• Familiarity with ventilation systems, heating and cooling equipment, mechanical plant and associated controls.
• Experience diagnosing complex HVAC faults and identifying recurring equipment issues.
• Experience using CAFM systems to manage PPM schedules, reactive work orders and maintenance reporting.
• Experience working within environments with stringent Health & Safety and compliance requirements.
• Understanding of energy efficiency, system optimisation and HVAC performance improvement.
• Additional relevant HVAC, air conditioning, refrigeration or mechanical engineering qualifications.
• Experience supporting continuous improvement initiatives and preventative maintenance optimisation.

What's On Offer

• £25.00 per hour during the initial temporary period.
• £40,000 per annum upon permanent appointment.
• Temp-to-perm employment opportunity.
• Immediate start available.
• Full-time working hours.
• Site-based engineering position in Northamptonshire.
• Long-term opportunity within a Facilities Management environment.
• Hands-on engineering role covering planned, preventative and reactive maintenance.
• Opportunity to utilise and develop specialist HVAC and air conditioning expertise.
• Opportunities for ongoing technical training and professional development.
• Potential for long-term career progression within building services and Facilities Management.
• Opportunity to work alongside an established facilities and engineering team.
• Opportunity to contribute directly to equipment reliability, operational efficiency and high-quality building services maintenance.