Industrial Refrigeration Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Manchester; On-site; GBP 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial refrigeration is seeking a Commissioning Engineer to join their IREF team. You will lead the commissioning of systems across the UK and Ireland, ensuring safety and compliance with project specifications. The role demands strong knowledge of refrigeration systems and includes a competitive salary, generous holiday, and a supportive work culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary + paid overtime

Company car

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension up to 7% employer match

Life assurance (3x salary)

Training & career development

Qualifications

• 5+ years in industrial refrigeration (commissioning or maintenance).
• F-Gas and Ammonia certification required.
• Knowledge of CDM regulations.

Responsibilities

• Commission industrial refrigeration systems (HFC, CO₂, Ammonia).
• Align commissioning with project scope and safety standards.
• Act as main on-site technical contact.

Skills

Knowledge of Ammonia systems

Knowledge of CO₂ systems

Knowledge of HFC systems

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

F-Gas Certification

Ammonia Certification

Job description

Job Description

Commissioning Engineer – Industrial Refrigeration
Location: Manchester
Contract: Full-time, Permanent (40 hrs/week, Mon–Fri incl. lunch break)
Base Salary: Up to £57,400 (flexible for the right candidate)
About the Role
* Join our Industrial Refrigeration (IREF) team, delivering commissioning solutions across the UK & Ireland. You'll lead system start-up and performance checks for major commercial and industrial clients—working with SABROE, Frick, and York OEM systems.
* You’ll work closely with Project Managers to ensure systems are commissioned safely, on time, and to spec, including plant setup, controls, pipework, and refrigerant charging.
Key Responsibilities
* Commission industrial refrigeration systems (HFC, CO₂, Ammonia)
* Align commissioning with project scope, timeline, and safety standards
* Set up refrigeration charges, controls, and equipment
* Act as main on-site technical contact
* Support project managers, suppliers, and contractors
* Complete documentation and performance reporting
* Travel required across UK & Ireland
What You’ll Need
* 5+ years in industrial refrigeration (commissioning or maintenance)
* Strong knowledge of Ammonia, CO₂, HFC systems
* Familiar with pumped overfeed, cascade, and two-stage setups
* Able to read electrical and control schematics
* F-Gas and Ammonia certification
* Knowledge of CDM regulations
* Good communication and problem-solving skills
* Flexible to travel nationally
What We Offer
* Competitive salary + paid overtime
* Company car, phone & IT kit
* 25 days holiday + bank holidays
* Pension (up to 7% employer match)
* Life assurance (3x salary)
* Training & career development
* Supportive, safety-first work culture
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