Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer

Unify; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unify in Leicester is seeking an experienced Air-Conditioning Engineer to join our facilities team. You will manage planned preventive maintenance, reactive repairs, and small works across multiple retail sites, with independence and support from a technical group.

You will diagnose faults across VRFs, AHUs, DX systems, maintain FGAS compliance and carry out general building tasks, on a rota with on-call duties and a valid UK driving licence.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration is required.
• Valid F-Gas Certification (C&G 2079 - Category 1) is required.
• Proven knowledge of air conditioning systems and general mechanical building services.
• Experience in retail, commercial, or multi-site maintenance.
• Multi-trade capability covering general building upkeep beyond core HVAC work.
• Strong fault-finding and repair skills with a proactive, customer-focused approach.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Uphold health and safety protocols to meet standards.
• Perform planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and small works across multiple sites.
• Diagnose faults and repair a range of HVAC systems (splits, VRFs, AHUs, DX, central plant).
• Maintain FGAS compliance records and update reporting systems.
• General building maintenance including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and minor fabrication.
• Utilise mobile tech to manage and close work orders.
• Collaborate with planners, colleagues, and store managers and participate in on-call rota.

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

Job description

Air-Conditioning Engineer

Business Area: Property & Facilities Support

Location: Leicester and Surrounding Region

Employment Status: Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time, 47.5 Hours per Week (Monday through Friday) plus participation in an on-call rota and a full UK driving license requirement

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced, qualified Air-Conditioning Engineer to join our facilities team in Leicester. As an Air-Conditioning Engineer, you will enjoy a high degree of daily independence while being backed by a supportive, collaborative group of professionals. If you thrive in a dynamic environment where variety is the norm and you are trusted to manage your schedule autonomously, this Air-Conditioning Engineer position is an excellent opportunity to grow your career with long-term stability and a focus on safety.

Core Responsibilities

• You will uphold stringent health and safety protocols to ensure all completed tasks strictly adhere to regulatory and company standards.
• As an Air-Conditioning Engineer, your primary technical duties involve carrying out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and small works across a diverse portfolio of commercial retail sites.
• In addition, this Air-Conditioning Engineer role requires diagnosing faults and repairing a range of HVAC systems, including splits, VRFs, AHUs, DX systems, and occasional central plant.
• You will maintain strict FGAS compliance records and update internal reporting systems accurately.
• As an active Air-Conditioning Engineer, you will perform general building maintenance, including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and minor fabrication.
• You will utilize mobile technology like tablets and internal systems to efficiently manage, update, and close work orders.
• Furthermore, an Air-Conditioning Engineer will partner smoothly with planners, colleagues, and store managers, complete administrative tasks, support operational objectives, and take a turn on an on-call rota.

Candidate Requirements and Qualifications

• To qualify for this Air-Conditioning Engineer position, you must hold an NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration as a minimum requirement.
• You need to hold a valid F-Gas Certification (C&G 2079 - Category 1).
• We require proven knowledge of air conditioning systems and general mechanical building services, alongside experience working in a retail, commercial, or multi-site maintenance environment.
• You should possess proven multi-trade capability covering general building upkeep beyond core HVAC work.
• Candidates must have strong fault-finding and repair skills, paired with a proactive and customer-focused approach.
• Clear verbal and written interpersonal skills are essential for effective interaction with customers and colleagues.
• You will need a flexible mindset driven by a commitment to continuous learning and a full UK driving license