Industrial Refrigeration Engineer

Johnson Controls; Bellshill; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial services provider in Bellshill is looking for an experienced technician for their Industrial Refrigeration division. You will ensure the technical service and maintenance of refrigeration systems, performing PPMs, troubleshooting issues, and preparing reports. Candidates should have F-GAS and ammonia handling certifications, as well as experience with various refrigeration systems. This mobile role offers competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Excellent training resources

Qualifications

• Certification in F-GAS 2079 and ammonia handling.
• Experience with refrigeration systems and working independently.
• Proactive approach and ability to work as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and resolve industrial refrigeration/chiller systems.
• Perform planned preventive maintenance as per contract.
• Prepare detailed technical reports for clients.

Skills

F-GAS 2079 card

Ammonia handling certification

Experience with HFC, ammonia, CO₂ systems

Ability to interpret technical documents

Education

Refrigeration apprenticeship

Recognised qualification (e.g. C&G)

Job description

What you will do

Our Industrial Refrigeration (IREF) division delivers project, maintenance, and service solutions supporting manufacturing, cold storage, and R&D testing. We are the OEM for SABROE, Frick Compressors, and York products, with trained engineers nationwide providing planned, preventative, and reactive services. Our target markets include meat, poultry, food and beverage manufacturing, leisure, pharmaceutical, automotive, and general industry.

What we offer

• Competitive salary with premium overtime rates
• Standby allowance, paid call-outs, and travel
• Service vehicle, mobile phone, tablet, PPE, and specialist equipment
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Comprehensive benefits: pension, life assurance, EAP, referral scheme, retail discounts, Cycle2Work, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products
• Excellent training resources and career development programs
• Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy
• Access to business resource groups

How you will do it

As the client’s main contact for technical service and maintenance, you’ll troubleshoot and resolve industrial refrigeration/chiller systems within set timeframes and service agreements. You’ll perform PPMs per contract, clearly communicate findings, and recommend improvements or upgrades. This mobile role (Monday–Friday, standby 1 in 5) includes preparing detailed technical reports for the Service Coordinator and client. Health and safety is a priority. While often working independently, you’ll be part of a collaborative team.

What we look for

• F-GAS 2079 card and ammonia handling certification
• Refrigeration apprenticeship and recognised qualification (e.g. C&G) preferred
• Experience with HFC, ammonia, CO₂ systems and manufacturers like SABROE, Frick, York, Bitzer, Howden
• Knowledge of DX, pumped, flooded, multistage systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to interpret technical documents (electrical/fluid schemes, piping/psychrometric diagrams)
• Capable of working independently with a proactive, team-oriented attitude