Refrigeration and AC engineer

YCR; Bournemouth; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-run refrigeration and air conditioning company in Bournemouth is looking for a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer. This role offers competitive pay between £38,000 and £42,000, flexible hours, and the opportunity for career advancement. Key responsibilities include diagnosing and repairing AC and refrigeration faults, conducting preventative maintenance, and ensuring system compliance. Applicants should have over five years of experience and necessary certifications. Join a supportive and dynamic team where your skills will be valued and rewarded.

Benefits

Competitive salary and overtime

Commission offered

Personal use of company van

Flexible start/finish times

Company social activities

Pension

Qualifications

• Over 5 years of experience in refrigeration and air conditioning.
• Ability to diagnose and rectify mechanical/electrical faults.
• F-Gas certification is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Respond to air conditioning breakdowns and diagnose faults.
• Attend urgent service calls for refrigeration systems.
• Conduct PPM visits on AC and refrigeration units.
• Service and troubleshoot chillers and freezer room systems.
• Perform maintenance on beer cellar cooling systems.
• Complete service reports and ensure compliance documents.

Skills

F-Gas certification

Experience with refrigeration systems

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Level 2/3 in refrigeration engineering

Job description

Job Title: Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer

Location: Bournemouth

Salary: 38-42k

Industry: Construction

Job Overview

This is a rare opportunity to work for a family‑run refrigeration and air conditioning company based along the south coast of the UK. This role offers incredible earning potential, career progression and a supportive, positive working environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Reactive Calls – Air Conditioning Faults

• Respond promptly to reported air conditioning breakdowns (single, multi, and twin split systems).
• Diagnose and rectify system faults including electrical failures, refrigerant leaks, sensor issues, or compressor problems.
• Carry out temporary repairs or full component replacements as required.
• Provide clear fault diagnosis reports and recommendations to the client or service manager.

2. Reactive Service Calls – Refrigeration Equipment

• Attend urgent service calls for commercial refrigeration systems (walk‑in chillers, freezer rooms, beer cellars, etc.).
• Investigate issues such as temperature instability, compressor failure, ice build‑up, or gas loss.
• Replace or repair components such as thermostats, fans, defrost timers, and pressure switches.
• Ensure systems are safe and operational before leaving the site.

3. Planned Preventative Maintenance (PPM) – AC & Refrigeration

• Conduct scheduled PPM visits on air conditioning and refrigeration units in line with manufacturer and company checklists.
• Clean filters, evaporators, and condensers; check refrigerant pressures and electrical connections.
• Test temperature controls, airflow, and cooling performance.
• Log maintenance findings and identify any components nearing end‑of‑life for preemptive replacement.

4. Chillers and Freezer Room Systems

• Service and troubleshoot water‑cooled or air‑cooled chillers and large‑scale freezer rooms.
• Check glycol/refrigerant levels, inspect heat exchangers and pumps, and monitor system pressures.
• Diagnose issues such as low/no cooling, abnormal noise, or pressure alarms.
• Liaise with manufacturers or technical support where advanced diagnostics are required.

5. Beer Cellars and Beverage Cooling Equipment

• Attend faults or perform maintenance on beer cellar cooling systems.
• Ensure equipment is maintaining appropriate temperature ranges for beverage storage.
• Repair glycol systems, thermostats, and pipework as needed.

6. Documentation & Compliance

• Complete service and repair reports electronically or on paper as required.
• Ensure F‑Gas logs and refrigerant tracking are up to date and compliant with legislation.
• Inform clients of work completed and any further recommendations or quotations needed.
• Follow site‑specific health & safety protocols and risk assessments.

Requirements

• F‑Gas certification
• Level 2/3 in refrigeration engineering
• Over 5 years experience

Benefits

• Competitive salary and overtime
• Commission offered
• Personal use of company van
• Flexible start/finish times
• Company social activities throughout the year
• Pension

Application Process: If you are interested in applying for this position and would like to learn more, send your CV in confidence to the team here at YCR, and we will be in touch shortly.