Refrigeration Air Conditioning Apprentice

Total People; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 9,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Total People is seeking an Apprentice Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Engineering Technician to learn from experienced engineers while working on commercial systems. You will install, service, maintain and repair a wide range of air conditioning and refrigeration equipment, gaining hands-on experience and progressing toward your apprenticeship qualification.

Responsibilities include assisting with servicing and installations on various sites, adhering to safety standards,

Qualifications

• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems is a plus.
• Good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to health and safety procedures and industry regulations.
• Assist qualified engineers with servicing, maintenance, fault‑finding and installation.
• Work on commercial and residential sites.
• Learn to install, commission and maintain HVAC and heat pump systems.
• Complete job reports and company documentation accurately.
• Communicate professionally with customers and colleagues.
• Develop technical knowledge of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technologies.

Job description

What you'll do at work As an Apprentice Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Heat Pump Engineering Technician, you will work alongside experienced engineers, learning how to install, service, maintain and repair a wide range of commercial air conditioning and refrigeration systems. You will gain hands-on experience while working towards your apprenticeship qualification and develop the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career in the sector.

Duties will include:

• Adhering to company health and safety procedures, industry regulations and safe working practices
• Assisting qualified engineers with servicing, maintenance, fault-finding and installation activities
• Working on a variety of commercial and residential sites
• Learning how to install, commission and maintain air conditioning, refrigeration and heat pump systems
• Diagnosing faults and assisting with repairs to ensure systems operate efficiently
• Carrying out planned preventative maintenance activities
• Completing job reports and company documentation accurately
• Using tools, equipment and testing devices safely and effectively
• Communicating professionally with customers and colleagues
• Understanding customer requirements to support the successful delivery of projects and maintenance works
• Developing technical knowledge of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump technologies