Industrial Refrigeration Technician

Nippon Gases UK & Ireland; Immingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading industrial gas company in the UK is seeking an experienced Industrial Refrigeration Technician for their Immingham location. This role involves the maintenance of key refrigeration and CO2 recovery systems and requires extensive travel across the UK and Ireland. Candidates should have relevant advanced qualifications and experience, with strong electrical awareness and compliance knowledge. A commitment to safety and excellent problem-solving skills are essential for success in this position.

Benefits

Opportunities for development and learning

Commitment to safety and integrity

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Qualified industrial refrigeration technician with relevant experience.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pressure Systems Safety Regulations and Fluorinated Gas (F-Gas).
• Experience working with safe systems of work and sound engineering practices.

Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of industrial refrigeration and CO2 recovery systems.
• Manage current H&S legislation on all activities.
• Prompt identification and repair of refrigeration system problems.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration maintenance

Electrical awareness

Problem-solving skills

Compliance with regulations

Education

NVQ level 3 or equivalent in refrigeration engineering

F-Gas handling certificate

Job description

Industrial Refrigeration Technician

Job description

Location: Immingham

We are looking for a qualified industrialRefrigeration Technician to join the team of one of the largest producers of industrial gas in the world. Ideally with experience of CO2 recovery and industry associated electrical control systems, this is an exciting, newly created opportunity for a technician to join a first‑class organisation and a great team. Your primary role as the industrial refrigeration technician will be the maintenance of critical refrigeration and CO2 recovery systems at production and storage facilities along with support for small pressure control systems at customer sites. This is a great career opportunity for an experienced professional to join an organisation who genuinely look after their employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Installation and maintenance of industrial refrigeration and CO2 recovery systems.
• Secondary responsibility is to support the wider business within the UK and Ireland.
• Required to work on Nippon production, storage and customer sites in the UK & Ireland.
• Must be prepared to travel extensively throughout both countries, including staying away from home for several days at a time.
• To manage and promote current H&S legislation on all activities.
• Planned maintenance of refrigeration and CO2 recovery systems in line with manufacturers and statutory requirements as well as unplanned/breakdown maintenance to ensure plant uptime and efficiency remains optimal.
• Prompt identification of problems such as refrigerant leaks, electrical failures, or mechanical breakdowns, including implementing effective repair solutions.
• Safe use of various types of refrigerants used in systems and compliance with strict regulations regarding their handling and disposal. This includes recovering refrigerants during repairs and ensuring that systems are charged correctly.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify issues, provide estimates for repairs and recommendations on system upgrades or replacements to improve efficiency.
• Support the Operations department in the planning and execution of routine and breakdown maintenance of Bulk Gas installations/Production and Storage facilities at both Nippon and customer owned sites.

Job requirements

• NVQ level 3 or equivalent in refrigeration engineering
• Relevant experience in industrial refrigeration maintenance
• Demonstrated knowledge of Pressure Systems Safety Regulations (PSSR) and Fluorinated Gas (F‑Gas)
• Electrical awareness with knowledge of associated electrical systems
• Relevant experience in plant maintenance
• Demonstrated experience in working with safe systems of work with sound engineering practices
• Demonstrated knowledge of current H&S legislation
• F‑Gas handling certificate
• Valid driving licence

About Us

Nippon Gases is one of the leading companies in the industrial and medical gases business in Europe. We service more than 150,000 customers and have a diversified involvement in broad industries such as healthcare, food, manufacturing, metallurgy, chemical products, electronics and energy. We aim to create social value through innovative gas solutions that increase industrial productivity, enhance human well‑being and contribute to a more sustainable future. Making life better through gas technology.

What can you expect from us?

We are an industrial company in which safety and integrity come first, as it could not be otherwise. We bet on the talent of each of our employees, creating opportunities for development and learning, as well as offering an environment of personal conciliation. Our employees are the key to achieve high customer satisfaction and be, day by day, your choice. We have a high commitment to society and respect for the environment. These values make us a great company with solid and continuous financial results.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Nippon Gases is a company committed to equality and promotes an inclusive work environment free of any type of discrimination and harassment. We believe that the diversity of talent strengthens and increases our success. We have equality policies that guarantee employability and increase opportunities for all candidates.