Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer

Booth Air Conditioning; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the air conditioning sector is seeking a Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer to provide high-quality service across Northwest and Yorkshire. The role involves maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems, requiring strong communication and self-management skills. The company offers competitive salary, training, and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

22 days annual holiday entitlement

Company van

Access to manufacturer training

Company mobile phone

Full workwear and PPE provided

Qualifications

• Proven experience with refrigeration systems and small Air Conditioning systems.
• Full, clean UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive call outs, planned maintenance, and remedial works.
• Service and repair refrigeration units including cold rooms and chillers.
• Complete digital job reports via field service management software.

Skills

Communication

Self-management

Time-keeping

Education

F-Gas certification

City & Guilds 6187-21 (Hydrocarbons)

Job description

Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer

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Job Title: Refrigeration & Air Conditioning Engineer (Field-Based)

Location: Northwest & Yorkshire

Salary: £30,000 – £40,000 (dependent on experience & qualifications)

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

What We Offer Our Engineer

• Competitive salary of £30,000–£40,000 (DOE)
• 22 days annual holiday entitlement, plus bank holidays
• Company van (with allowance for reasonable personal use)
• Provision of company van door to door
• Access to manufacturer training
• Company mobile phone
• Full workwear and PPE provided
• Friendly, supportive working environment

The Role of Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Engineer

We are looking for an experienced Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineer to join our growing team. You'll deliver high-quality, courteous, and efficient service to clients across the Northwest and Yorkshire, supported by a dedicated office team based in Milnrow, Rochdale.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out reactive call outs, planned maintenance, and remedial works on small to medium AC and refrigeration systems.
• Service and repair refrigeration units including cold rooms, blast chillers, freezer rooms, and packaged fridges/freezers.
• Work independently or as part of a team, depending on the site requirements.
• Maintain van stock and ensure all necessary materials and tools are available.
• Complete digital job reports via our field service management software.
• Communicate with customers professionally and courteously at all times.
• Participate in the out-of-hours call-out rota (enhanced pay applies).

What We're Looking For

• Full, clean UK driving licence.
• Valid F-Gas certification (City & Guilds or NVQ Level).
• Proven experience with refrigeration systems and confident with small Air Conditioning systems.
• Excellent personal presentation and communication skills.
• Strong self-management and time-keeping abilities.
• Comfortable using smartphone-based work systems.
• Able to pass an enhanced DBS check (no convictions).
• City & Guilds 6187-21 (Hydrocarbons) or equivalent – essential.
• CSCS card – desirable, but not essential.

About Us

• Booth Air Conditioning is a trusted, family-run business with over 20 employees, many of whom have been with us for over a decade. We provide expert services across a wide range of sectors including schools, hospitals, retail spaces, and commercial properties. Known for our friendly and knowledgeable team, we pride ourselves on delivering excellent service and always putting our customers first. We also support staff development through apprenticeship programmes and ongoing training.