Mobile Air Conditioning Engineer

Unify; Old Warren; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Unify is seeking an experienced Air-Conditioning Engineer to join the facilities team in Reading and surrounding region. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a 40-hour week, plus an on-call rota and a full UK driving license.

You will work independently within a supportive team, managing your schedule and ensuring high safety standards on all sites. Core duties include planned maintenance, repairs, fault-finding on a range of HVAC systems, and multi-trade building tasks.

Qualifications

• Must hold NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration as a minimum.
• Must hold valid F-Gas Certification (C&G 2079 - Category 1).
• Experience with retail/commercial/multi-site maintenance is required.
• Proactive, customer-focused approach with strong fault-finding skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned preventative maintenance, reactive repairs, and small works across a portfolio of commercial retail sites.
• Diagnose faults and repair HVAC systems (splits, VRFs, AHUs, DX systems, central plant).
• Maintain FGAS compliance records and update internal reporting systems.
• Perform general building maintenance including basic electrical, plumbing, carpentry, painting, and minor fabrication.
• Manage and close work orders using mobile technology and internal systems.

Skills

Fault finding

Multi-trade capability

Customer focus

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Continuous learning

Education

NVQ Level 2 in Air Conditioning & Refrigeration

F-Gas Certification (C&G 2079 - Cat 1)

Job description

Air-Conditioning Engineer

Business Area: Property & Facilities Support

Location: Reading and Surrounding Region

Employment Status: Permanent

Schedule: Full-Time, 40 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 Reading. 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