Industrial Refrigeration Engineer

Johnson Controls; Walsall; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in industrial refrigeration is seeking a technician to provide technical services and maintenance for clients. Responsibilities include diagnosing issues, performing preventative maintenance, and preparing technical reports. Candidates should have F-GAS certification and experience with industrial systems. The position involves working independently while contributing to team success. We offer competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Extensive training programs

Qualifications

• F-GAS 2079 certification required.
• Refrigeration apprenticeship or equivalent and Ammonia Handling Certificate preferred.
• Experience with industrial refrigeration systems is essential.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary client contact for technical service.
• Diagnose issues with refrigeration systems.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance.

Skills

F-GAS 2079 certification

Experience with HFC, Ammonia & CO₂ systems

Interpret technical documents

Self-motivated

Strong team player

Education

Refrigeration apprenticeship or equivalent qualification

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