Industrial Refrigeration Engineer

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

Job summary

A leading industrial refrigeration firm seeks a skilled technician to act as the primary client contact for maintenance and service. The ideal candidate will have F-GAS 2079 certification and a refrigeration apprenticeship. Responsibilities include diagnosing refrigeration system issues, performing maintenance, and preparing reports. The role requires a full UK driving licence and a positive attitude. Competitive salary with overtime, comprehensive benefits, and extensive training are offered in North Shields.

Benefits

Competitive salary plus premium overtime rates

Paid travel and stand-by allowance

Comprehensive benefits including pension

Extensive training and career development programs

Cycle-to-work scheme

Qualifications

• Candidate must have F-GAS 2079 certification.
• Refrigeration apprenticeship or equivalent qualification is required.
• Experience diagnosing and resolving issues with refrigeration systems.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary client contact for technical service and maintenance.
• Diagnose and resolve issues with refrigeration systems.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance per contract requirements.
• Prepare detailed technical reports for clients.

Skills

F-GAS 2079 certification

Experience with HFC, Ammonia & CO₂ systems

Ability to interpret technical documents

Self-motivated and strong team player

Education

Refrigeration apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

Ammonia Handling Certificate

Job description

What you will do

Join Johnson Controls’ Industrial Refrigeration (IREF) team, where we deliver cutting-edge project solutions and maintenance services for customers in manufacturing, cold storage, and R&D. As the OEM for SABROE, Frick Compressors, and York products, we provide national coverage with highly trained engineers supporting industries such as food & beverage, pharmaceutical, automotive, and more.

What we offer

• Competitive salary plus premium overtime rates
• Standby allowance, call-outs, and paid travel
• Service vehicle, mobile phone, tablet, PPE, and specialist tools provided
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays, with Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Comprehensive benefits: pension, life assurance, EAP, referral bonuses, discounts on major brands and Johnson Controls products
• Cycle-to-work scheme and employee resource groups
• Extensive training and career development programs
• Commitment to safety through our Zero Harm policy

How you will do it

• Act as the primary client contact for technical service and maintenance
• Diagnose and resolve issues with industrial refrigeration/chiller systems within agreed timeframes
• Perform planned preventative maintenance (PPM) per contract requirements
• Communicate findings clearly, recommending improvements, upgrades, or optimisations
• Prepare detailed technical reports and submit to Service Coordinator and client
• Prioritise Health & Safety in all tasks
• Work independently while contributing to team success
• Mobile role, Monday–Friday, with 1-in-7 standby rotation

What we look for

• F-GAS 2079 certification
• Refrigeration apprenticeship or equivalent qualification (C&G, ideally with Ammonia Handling Certificate)
• Experience with HFC, Ammonia & CO₂ systems
• Familiarity with major manufacturers (SABROE, Frick, York, Bitzer, Howden)
• Knowledge of DX, pumped, flooded, multistage systems
• Ability to interpret technical documents (electrical schemes, piping diagrams, psychometric charts)
• Full UK driving licence
• Self-motivated, positive attitude, and strong team player