Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer

CV Bay; Reading, Swindon; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected building services organization is seeking an experienced Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer in the South West. The role involves servicing and maintaining commercial systems while ensuring compliance with health regulations. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and a commitment to high-quality work. This position offers a salary of up to £45,000, a company van, and a supportive environment that values reliability and strong customer relationships.

Benefits

Company Van

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Training opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in refrigeration and/or air conditioning service engineering.
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning or equivalent.
• F-Gas Category 1 qualification.
• Strong fault-finding skills.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Carry out service, maintenance and repair works on commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
• Diagnose faults and propose effective solutions.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety legislation.
• Participate in the on-call rota and respond to reactive calls.

Skills

Proven experience in refrigeration and/or air conditioning service engineering

Strong fault-finding skills

Good communication and customer-facing skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (or equivalent)

F-Gas Category 1 qualification

Job description

Role : Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer

Location : Swindon / Reading / Gloucester / Bristol

Salary : Up to £45,000 / 40 hours / Door to door/ 33 days holiday / 1 in 5 weekends / Van – not tracked

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer to join our team in the South West.

We are a respected, long-established building services organisation who specialise in the commercial refrigeration and catering industry. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in their craft, values long-term customer relationships, and enjoys working within a supportive and traditional company environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out service, maintenance and repair works on a range of commercial refrigeration and air conditioning systems. (Coldrooms, Ice Machines, Bottle coolers, display units, VRV, VRF, Splits)
• Diagnose faults and propose effective solutions.
• Provide excellent customer service and maintain strong, professional relationships with clients.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant health and safety legislation and company procedures.
• Participate in the on-call rota and respond to reactive calls as scheduled.
• Maintain accurate job records using company-issued phone or tablet (no tracking enabled).
• Visit the office as required to collect parts, restock vans, or unload equipment.

Hours & Working Pattern

• Contracted Hours: 40 hours per week
• Typical Day: 8:00am – 5:00pm with a 1-hour lunch break
• Lunch Pay: If you work a 9-hour day, you will receive pay for the lunch hour at your normal rate
• Travel Time: Fully door-to-door
• On-Call Rota:
  • 1 weekday per week
  • 1 weekend in every 5

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Up to £45,000 for the right candidate
• Holiday Entitlement: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Company Van: Provided (private use not included, but can be discussed if essential)
• Training:
  • Manufacturer-led technical training
  • Comprehensive health & safety training
• Equipment: Company phone/tablet supplied (no tracking)
• Culture & Values:
  • Traditional, well-established business
  • Values honesty, reliability, and strong customer relationships
  • Supportive, stable working environment with no micromanagement

Requirements

Essential

• Proven experience in refrigeration and/or air conditioning service engineering
• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Refrigeration & Air Conditioning (or equivalent)
• F-Gas Category 1 qualification
• Strong fault-finding skills
• Full UK driving licenceGood communication and customer-facing skills

Desirable

• Experience with commercial sites (retail, hospitality, industrial, etc.)
• Additional manufacturer or specialist training
• Electrical qualification (beneficial but not essential)

Person Profile

• Reliable, honest, and committed to high-quality workmanship
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Professional in appearance and attitude
• Willing to take part in an on-call rota
• Keen to continue developing skills through training