HVAC Service Manager - Hertfordshire - Up to 65K

ZipRecruiter; St Albans; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HVAC contractor in the UK seeks an HVAC Service Manager to oversee and expand their service and maintenance team. This role demands strong leadership and technical knowledge in HVAC systems, offering a competitive salary along with an attractive benefits package including a car allowance and extensive holidays.

Benefits

25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Birthday Off

Pension Scheme

Company Laptop & Phone

Car Allowance or Company Car

Real Autonomy and Career Progression

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HVAC service management.
• Technical knowledge across HVAC systems (AC, refrigeration, ventilation).
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage HVAC service & maintenance team operations.
• Drive growth of service contracts in the region.
• Ensure compliance with health & safety and industry standards.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organisational Skills

Technical Knowledge of HVAC Systems

Tools

Job Logic

Job description

Job Description

Job Title: HVAC Service Manager

Location: Hertfordshire

Salary: £65,000 + Car Allowance or Company Car (Flexible)

Benefits: 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays + Birthday Off, Pension Scheme, Company Laptop & Phone

About the Company: Operating for over 30 years, our client has grown into one of the UK’s leading HVAC contractors. Originally founded as a specialist refrigeration contractor, the company now delivers comprehensive HVAC, ventilation, heating, plumbing, and renewable energy services, offering full design, installation, maintenance, and 24/7/365 emergency support servicing high-end commercial clients across the UK.

The Role: As HVAC Service Manager, you will play a pivotal role in expanding and leading the service and maintenance team. This is a rare opportunity for someone with strong HVAC service and maintenance experience to take full ownership of a growing regional office.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead and manage the day-to-day operations of the HVAC service & maintenance team.
2. Drive growth and development of service and maintenance contracts in the region.
3. Provide operational leadership and ensure delivery of high-quality service to clients.
4. Manage, mentor, and grow the team of engineers and office support staff.
5. Work closely with central departments and use systems like Job Logic to manage workflow efficiently.
6. Ensure compliance with health & safety, service-level agreements, and industry standards.
7. Build strong relationships with key clients, ensuring consistent service delivery and satisfaction.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proven experience in an HVAC service management position.
• Technical knowledge across HVAC systems (AC, refrigeration, ventilation, heating).
• Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
• Able to work autonomously while being supported by a wider management network.
• Driven to grow a team and help shape a regional office’s future.
• Familiarity with service management systems such as Job Logic is a plus.

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary of £65,000 (flexible depending on experience).
• Car allowance or company car.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off.
• Pension scheme, company phone, and laptop.
• Real autonomy and career progression in a growing business.