HVAC Equipment Operations Technician

Catering; Redditch; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Catering in Redditch is seeking an Operations Operative to join a growing specialist equipment hire business providing temporary HVAC solutions to commercial and industrial customers across the UK. The role blends warehouse operations, equipment servicing, site support and logistics, ensuring equipment is maintained and ready for hire.

You will work both in the warehouse and on customer sites, supporting engineers with installations, decommissioning, and emergency callouts.

Qualifications

• B2 Forklift Licence.
• Capable of manual handling and working outdoors in all weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel across the UK and occasionally stay away overnight.
• Good organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Positive, proactive approach to problem solving.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and business systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the installation, decommissioning, servicing and emergency callouts of temporary HVAC equipment.
• Carry out practical site activities including laying hoses, installing Heras fencing and other manual tasks.
• Work at height where trained and authorised.
• Service, inspect, test and maintain portable equipment to ensure it is safe, compliant and ready for hire.
• Work alongside engineers to safely complete installations and servicing projects.
• Coordinate with drivers, site teams and lifting contractors to ensure deliveries and lifting operations are completed safely.
• Assist with loading, unloading and moving equipment using a forklift.
• Support warehouse operations and ensure equipment is organised and available for hire.
• Complete stock takes and maintain accurate inventory records.
• Maintain a clean, safe and organised warehouse and yard.
• Identify site challenges and suggest practical improvements to working methods and operational processes.
• Maintain clear and professional communication with engineers, customers, transport providers and site personnel.
• Promote safe working practices and ensure health & safety procedures are followed.
• Provide general operational support across the business as required.

Skills

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Communication skills

Time management

Team player

Problem solving

Health and safety awareness

Tools

Microsoft Office

Business systems

Job description

Catering in Redditch is seeking an Operations Operative to join a growing specialist equipment hire business providing temporary HVAC solutions to commercial and industrial customers across the UK. The role blends warehouse operations, equipment servicing, site support and logistics, ensuring equipment is maintained and ready for hire.

You will work both in the warehouse and on customer sites, supporting engineers with installations, decommissioning, and emergency callouts.