Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer

OCS Group limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

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Job summary

OCS UK & Ireland is seeking a skilled Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer to join our mobile technical services team. You will maintain, repair and install a wide range of HVAC and refrigeration systems across commercial sites, delivering high-quality technical services.

You will diagnose faults, update records on handheld devices, and liaise with clients to minimise disruption. A time‑served apprenticeship and F‑Gas qualifications are essential, with a full UK driving licence and a

Qualifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration.
• City & Guilds Level 2/3 NVQ or equivalent in HVAC, Refrigeration, or Mechanical Engineering.
• F-Gas & ODS Regulations (Category 1 - 2079).
• Proven experience in a Maintenance or Facilities Management environment.
• Hands‑on experience with air conditioning and refrigeration systems.
• Familiarity with split, VRV & VRF systems.
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices.
• Familiarity with Permit to Work systems.
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and performing manual tasks.
• Competent in using handheld devices for reporting and communication.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Self‑motivated, reliable, and solution‑focused.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, servicing, and repairs on split air conditioning systems, VRV/VRF, AHUs, heat pumps and commercial refrigeration.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on electrical, mechanical and F-Gas infrastructure, ensuring systems are restored to full functionality.
• Accurately complete service documentation, inspection reports and maintenance logs.
• Update job status using PDA/mobile apps and communicate with internal teams.
• Liaise with clients and site contacts to minimise disruption and ensure clear communication.
• Participate in the emergency on-call rota and provide out‑of‑hours support as part of the 24/7 service.

Education

City & Guilds Level 2/3 NVQ or equivalent in HVAC, Refrigeration, or Mechanical Engineering

Full UK driving licence

Hands-on experience with air conditioning and refrigeration systems

Tools

Handheld devices (PDA/mobile apps)

Job description

We are looking for a skilled and motivated Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer to join our mobile technical services team. You will be responsible for the maintenance, repair and some installation works of a wide range of air conditioning, refrigeration, and mechanical systems across commercial sites. As a Mobile Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer, you will be responsible for delivering high-quality technical services across a range of commercial environments. Your duties will include:

Technical Service & Maintenance

• Carry out planned and reactive maintenance, servicing, and repairs on:
• Split air conditioning systems
• VRV/VRF systems
• Air Handling Units (AHUs) and heat pumps
• Commercial refrigeration equipment, including chilled cabinets, multidecks and light commercial systems
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs on F-Gas infrastructure, electrical, and mechanical components, ensuring systems are restored to full functionality.

Compliance & Standards

• Work in accordance with industry regulations, technical standards, and manufacturer guidelines.
• Ensure all work complies with F-Gas & ODS regulations, Permit to Work procedures, and Health & Safety protocols.
• Maintain safe working practices at all times, including when working at heights or in confined spaces.

Documentation & Reporting

• Accurately complete:
• Service documentation
• Inspection reports
• Maintenance logs
• Remedial work records
• Use handheld devices (PDA or mobile apps) to update job status, record findings, and communicate with internal teams.

Communication & Collaboration

• Liaise professionally with clients, site contacts, and internal teams to ensure clear communication and minimal disruption to operations.
• Work independently on assigned tasks and collaborate effectively within a small, supportive team.

Emergency Support

• Participate in the emergency on-call rota, providing out-of-hours support as part of our 24/7, 365-day service commitment.

Qualifications and Certifications

• Time-served apprenticeship in Air Conditioning/Refrigeration
• City & Guilds Level 2/3 NVQ or equivalent in HVAC, Refrigeration, or Mechanical Engineering
• F-Gas & ODS Regulations (Category 1 - 2079)
• Proven experience in a Maintenance or Facilities Management environment
• Hands‑on experience with air conditioning and refrigeration systems
• Familiarity with split, VRV & VRF systems
• Understanding of Health & Safety legislation and safe working practices
• Familiarity with Permit to Work systems
• Comfortable working at heights, in confined spaces, and performing manual tasks
• Competent in using handheld devices for reporting and communication
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self‑motivated, reliable, and solution‑focused
• Full UK driving licence

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn. We deliver innovative, award‑winning services within facilities management, hard services, cleaning, security and catering.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve. Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values - Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment.

Why Work for OCS? Award-Winning Employer: Ranked 36th on Glassdoor’s Best Companies to Work For 2025 - we value and motivate our people. Digital Learning: The OCS Academy offers digital courses and resources to help you build skills and grow your career. Retail Perks With our Hapi app, you can gain access to exclusive discounts, rewards and wellbeing resources. Professional Growth: 600+ live learners across UK & Ireland - Empowering colleagues with further development and qualifications! Flexible Pay: Access a portion of earned wages before payday with our Wagestream App! (Contract Specific)