Industrial Refrigeration Engineer

Johnson Controls; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Life assurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Referral bonuses

Retail discounts

Cycle to Work

Discounts on Johnson Controls security

Top-tier training

Zero Harm safety culture

Inclusive resource groups

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a field-based Industrial Refrigeration technician in the UK. You will diagnose and resolve issues on industrial refrigeration and chiller systems, perform planned maintenance, and produce detailed technical reports while ensuring strict health and safety standards.

The role is Mon–Fri with standby 1 in 5, offering a mobile workload across sites and a strong emphasis on hands-on problem solving and customer service.

Qualifications

• F-GAS 2079 certification and ammonia handling qualification.
• Completed refrigeration apprenticeship and recognised qualification (e.g. C&G).
• Experience with HFC, ammonia, CO₂ systems and brands SABROE, Frick, York, Bitzer, Howden.
• Strong knowledge of DX, pumped, flooded, and multistage systems.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (electrical/fluid diagrams, piping/psychrometric diagrams).
• Self-motivated, proactive, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues on industrial refrigeration and chiller systems.
• Carry out planned maintenance and generate clear, detailed reports.
• Ensure all work complies with health and safety standards.
• Work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.

Skills

F-GAS 2079

Ammonia handling

DX refrigeration

UK driving licence

Report writing

Team player

Education

Refrigeration apprenticeship (C&G)

Tools

SABROE

Frick

York

Bitzer

Howden

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. As the OEM for SABROE, Frick Compressors, and York products, we provide nationwide service with highly trained engineers offering planned, preventative, and reactive support.

What You Will Do

Our Industrial Refrigeration (IREF) division delivers project, maintenance, and service solutions supporting manufacturing, cold storage, and R&D testing. As the OEM for SABROE, Frick Compressors, and York products, we provide nationwide service with highly trained engineers offering planned, preventative, and reactive support.

Industries we serve

Meat & poultry, food & beverage, leisure, pharma, automotive, and general industry.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + premium overtime rates
• Standby allowance, paid call-outs, and travel time & expenses
• Fully equipped service vehicle, mobile, tablet, PPE, and specialist tools
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, with a Holiday Purchase Scheme (up to 10 days)
• Comprehensive benefits: pension, life assurance, EAP, referral bonuses, retail discounts, Cycle2Work, and discounts on Johnson Controls security products
• Access to top-tier training and career development
• Safety-first culture through our Zero Harm policy
• Inclusive business resource groups

Your role

As the go-to technical contact for our clients, you’ll diagnose and resolve issues on industrial refrigeration and chiller systems. You’ll carry out planned maintenance, communicate findings clearly, and suggest upgrades or improvements. This mobile role (Mon–Fri, standby 1 in 5) involves producing detailed technical reports and ensuring all work meets health and safety standards. While you’ll often work independently, you’ll be part of a supportive, collaborative team.

What We’re Looking For

• F-GAS 2079 certification and ammonia handling qualification
• Completed refrigeration apprenticeship and recognised qualification (e.g. C&G) preferred
• Experience with HFC, ammonia, CO₂ systems and brands like SABROE, Frick, York, Bitzer, Howden
• Strong knowledge of DX, pumped, flooded, and multistage systems
• Full UK driving licence
• Ability to read and interpret technical documentation (electrical/fluid schemes, piping/psychrometric diagrams)
• Self-motivated, proactive, and team-oriented