Industrial Refrigeration Technician

Johnson Controls; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary + premium overtime rates

Fully equipped service vehicle

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Comprehensive benefits package

Access to top-tier training

Job summary

A leading industrial solutions provider in Glasgow is seeking a motivated technical contact for industrial refrigeration systems. In this mobile role, you will diagnose issues, perform maintenance, and ensure compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have F-GAS 2079 certification, experience with HFC and ammonia systems, and the ability to read technical documentation. Enjoy benefits such as a competitive salary, flexible work conditions, and comprehensive training in a proactive environment.

Qualifications

• F-GAS 2079 certification and ammonia handling qualification required.
• Refrigeration apprenticeship completion and recognised qualification preferred.
• Experience with systems like SABROE, Frick, and York is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and resolve issues on industrial refrigeration systems.
• Produce detailed technical reports and ensure compliance with safety standards.
• Perform planned maintenance and work independently within a team.

Skills

F-GAS 2079 certification

Ammonia handling qualification

Experience with HFC systems

Knowledge of multistage systems

Ability to read technical documentation

Self-motivated and proactive

Education

Completion of 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. As the OEM for SABROE, Frick Compressors, and York products, we provide service with highly trained engineers offering preventive and reactive support across industries including meat & poultry, food & beverage, leisure, pharma, automotive, and general manufacturing.

What’s in it for you?

• Competitive salary + premium overtime rates
• Standby allowance, paid call‑outs, and travel time
• 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

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

We’d also like to speak with commercial engineers who are considering a move into industrial and want make that next step

Ready to make an impact in a dynamic, safety‑focused environment? Apply now and be part of a team that keeps industries cool and running smoothly.