PPM Refrigeration Technician

Project Start Recruitment Solutions; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A national engineering services provider in the UK is looking for a Refrigeration PPM Technician based in Huddersfield. The role involves conducting planned and reactive maintenance of refrigeration systems in retail and commercial settings. Candidates should have experience in refrigeration maintenance, essential qualifications, and strong fault-finding skills. The position offers competitive benefits including a company vehicle, generous holiday allowance, and potential for career development.

Benefits

33 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Company vehicle and fuel card

Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate

Door-to-door pay structure

Standby payment and call-out pay

Uniform, phone, and tablet provided

Excellent training and development opportunities

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience in refrigeration maintenance, ideally in commercial/retail.
• Experience with central plant and RDM alarm systems.
• Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or HVAC disciplines is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency refrigeration maintenance.
• Ensure compliance with company health and safety procedures.
• Travel across sites as required.

Skills

Refrigeration maintenance experience

F-Gas 2079 Refrigerant Handling qualification

Fault-finding skills

Customer service skills

Flexibility

Job description

An opportunity is now available for a Refrigeration PPM Technician to join the team in Huddersfield, providing planned and reactive maintenance support across retail and commercial sites.

JOB PURPOSE

To carry out refrigeration and air conditioning maintenance activities—both planned and reactive—ensuring all work meets client specifications, company standards, and relevant safety regulations.

JOB DUTIES

• Perform routine and emergency refrigeration maintenance at multiple commercial sites.
• Diagnose and resolve faults across a variety of systems, including central plant, integral units, alarm panels, and leak detection systems.
• Ensure full compliance with company health and safety procedures at all times.
• Accurately update internal and client systems with job progress and service reports.
• Work independently and as part of a wider engineering team under the guidance of a Service Manager.
• Deliver maintenance work in line with planned schedules and response timeframes.
• Travel across sites as required – a valid UK driving licence is essential.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintain professional conduct at all times when representing the business.
• Build and maintain positive working relationships with clients and internal colleagues.
• Contribute to the achievement of service KPIs and support ongoing contract delivery.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to safety, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Accurately log work and time through company and client reporting platforms.
• Be flexible with travel and work hours as required to meet operational needs.

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Previous experience in refrigeration maintenance, ideally within commercial or retail environments.
• F-Gas 2079 Refrigerant Handling qualification (essential).
• Experience with central plant systems and RDM alarm systems.
• CO2 system experience beneficial, though training can be provided.
• Background in Electrical, Mechanical, or HVAC disciplines is desirable.
• Full UK driving licence.
• Strong fault-finding, communication, and customer service skills.
• A flexible and motivated approach to problem-solving and team collaboration.

SALARY & BENEFITS

• 33 days holiday (including bank holidays)
• Company vehicle and fuel card
• Overtime paid at 1.5x standard rate
• Door-to-door pay structure
• Participation in a standby / call-out rota (£180 per week standby payment + 1.5x call-out pay)
• Uniform, phone, and tablet provided
• Excellent opportunities for training, development, and career progression
• Contributory pension scheme

COMPANY USP

Global Reach with Local Delivery

A large workforce delivering facilities management solutions across multiple regions.

End-to-End Service Offering

Covering maintenance, engineering, cleaning, procurement, and technical support across multiple industries.

Strong Heritage & Values

Founded on principles of collaboration, transparency, and professionalism, with decades of experience in the sector.

Trusted by Major Brands

Providing facilities management services to some of the UK’s largest retailers and commercial clients.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

A well-established national engineering services provider is seeking to expand its team due to continued business growth. With six regional offices across the UK, the organisation delivers high-quality construction, refrigeration, and HVAC solutions to clients in a variety of commercial environments.

The business specialises in the design, installation, and maintenance of energy-efficient systems, working in close partnership with clients to identify cost-effective and sustainable solutions. Their reputation for professionalism and reliability has led to long‑term client relationships and a growing project portfolio.